Khanalag - Arki, Solan
Khanalag is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Khanlag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanalag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanalag is 020239. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Khanalag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khanalag
According to the 2011 Census, Khanalag village had a total population of 266 people, including 128 males and 138 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.53%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 82.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 266 | 128 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 105 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Khanalag
Khanalag 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 Khanalag
Khanalag 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Khanalag is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanalag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanalag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanalag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanalag 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanalag
Where is Khanalag located?
Khanalag village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanalag?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanalag is Khanlag.
What is the pincode of Khanalag?
The pincode of Khanalag is 173208.
What is the population of Khanalag?
Khanalag had a total population of 266, including 128 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Khanalag?
Khanalag had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanalag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanalag was 86.53%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 82.31%.