Khali - Arki, Solan
Khali is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bakhalag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khali is 020093. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.18 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Khali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khali
According to the 2011 Census, Khali village had a total population of 120 people, including 68 males and 52 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 80.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Khali
Khali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khali
Khali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Khali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khali
Where is Khali located?
Khali village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khali is Bakhalag.
What is the pincode of Khali?
The pincode of Khali is 173221.
What is the population of Khali?
Khali had a total population of 120, including 68 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Khali?
Khali had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khali was 86.79%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 80.43%.