Kharota - Baddi, Solan
Kharota is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Patta Nali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharota is 021206. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 173233 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Kharota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharota
According to the 2011 Census, Kharota village had a total population of 315 people, including 160 males and 155 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.43%, with male literacy at 77.61% and female literacy at 71.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 315 | 160 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 56 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kharota
Kharota 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 Kharota
Kharota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kharota is about 67 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 Kharota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharota
Where is Kharota located?
Kharota village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharota is Patta Nali.
What is the pincode of Kharota?
The pincode of Kharota is 173233.
What is the population of Kharota?
Kharota had a total population of 315, including 160 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Kharota?
Kharota had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharota was 74.43%. Male literacy was 77.61% and female literacy was 71.09%.