Khol - Baddi, Solan
Khol is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Malpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khol is 021094. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 173205 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Khol 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 Khol
As per Census 2011, Khol village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 252 males and 217 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 252 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 168 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 84 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Khol
Khol 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 Khol
Khol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khol is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khol 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khol
Where is Khol located?
Khol village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khol?
The Gram Panchayat of Khol is Malpur.
What is the pincode of Khol?
The pincode of Khol is 173205.
What is the population of Khol?
Khol has a total population of 469, including 252 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Khol?
There are 87 households in Khol.
What is the literacy rate in Khol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khol is 60.77%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 53.92%.