Khali - Darlaghat, Solan
Khali is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sewra Chandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khali is 020325. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Khali 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 Khali
According to the 2011 Census, Khali village had a total population of 262 people, including 129 males and 133 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.15%, with male literacy at 88.03% and female literacy at 70.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 103 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 26 | 50 |
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. Khali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Khali is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khali
Where is Khali located?
Khali village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khali is Sewra Chandi.
What is the pincode of Khali?
The pincode of Khali is 173235.
What is the population of Khali?
Khali had a total population of 262, including 129 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Khali?
Khali had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khali was 79.15%. Male literacy was 88.03% and female literacy was 70.34%.