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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khangah
According to the 2011 Census, Khangah village had a total population of 1,301 people, including 689 males and 612 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.65%, with male literacy at 63.34% and female literacy at 38.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 1,301 | 689 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 110 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,301, including 689 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Khangah?
Khangah had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangah was 51.65%. Male literacy was 63.34% and female literacy was 38.16%.