Khanol - Kunihar, Solan
Khanol is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanol is 020279. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Khanol 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 Khanol
According to the 2011 Census, Khanol village had a total population of 640 people, including 308 males and 332 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.23%, with male literacy at 93.36% and female literacy at 81.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 640 | 308 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 253 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 55 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Khanol
Khanol 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 Khanol
Khanol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khanol is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanol 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanol
Where is Khanol located?
Khanol village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanol?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanol is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Khanol?
The pincode of Khanol is 173207.
What is the population of Khanol?
Khanol had a total population of 640, including 308 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Khanol?
Khanol had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanol was 87.23%. Male literacy was 93.36% and female literacy was 81.40%.