Khokhra - Nalagarh, Solan
Khokhra is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhra is 020992. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.42 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Khokhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhra
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhra village had a total population of 245 people, including 166 males and 79 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 476 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.78%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 72.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 245 | 166 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 138 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhra
Khokhra 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 Khokhra
Public transport in the Khokhra 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 Khokhra is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhra 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 Khokhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhra 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khokhra
Where is Khokhra located?
Khokhra village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokhra is Khera.
What is the pincode of Khokhra?
The pincode of Khokhra is 174101.
What is the population of Khokhra?
Khokhra had a total population of 245, including 166 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Khokhra?
Khokhra had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhra was 85.78%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 72.06%.