Khangah - Shambhuganj, Banka
Khangah is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Barsabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khangah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangah is 240538. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khangah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khangah
As per Census 2011, Khangah village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 689 males and 612 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khangah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 689 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 110 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 349 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 340 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Khangah
Khangah 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 Khangah
Khangah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Khangah is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Khangah is about 35 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 Khangah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khangah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangah 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 Khangah
Where is Khangah located?
Khangah village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khangah?
The Gram Panchayat of Khangah is Barsabad.
What is the pincode of Khangah?
The pincode of Khangah is 813211.
What is the population of Khangah?
Khangah has a total population of 1,301, including 689 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Khangah?
There are 256 households in Khangah.
What is the literacy rate in Khangah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangah is 40.81%. Male literacy is 50.65% and female literacy is 29.74%.