Khinna - Kandaghat, Solan
Khinna is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Banjani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khinna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khinna is 022438. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.38 hectares and falls under the 173217 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Khinna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khinna
According to the 2011 Census, Khinna village had a total population of 94 people, including 47 males and 47 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 84.44%.
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 | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Khinna
Khinna 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 Khinna
Khinna 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 Khinna is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khinna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khinna 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 Khinna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khinna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khinna
Where is Khinna located?
Khinna village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khinna?
The Gram Panchayat of Khinna is Banjani.
What is the pincode of Khinna?
The pincode of Khinna is 173217.
What is the population of Khinna?
Khinna had a total population of 94, including 47 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Khinna?
Khinna had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khinna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khinna was 86.36%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 84.44%.