Khanak - Tosham, Bhiwani
Khanak is a village situated in the Tosham tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tosham and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Khanak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanak is 061258. The village covers a total geographical area of 2508 hectares and falls under the 127040 pincode. Tosham is the nearest town.
Khanak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tosham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanak
As per Census 2011, Khanak village has a total population of 8,269 people, consisting of 4,439 males and 3,830 females. The village has 1,683 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,782 literate and 3,487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,269 | 4,439 | 3,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,244 | 626 | 618 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,230 | 1,754 | 1,476 |
| Literate Population | 4,782 | 2,925 | 1,857 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,487 | 1,514 | 1,973 |
Nearby Villages of Khanak
Khanak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baganwala | South | 2.95 km |
| Tosham | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Ratera | North | 4.90 km |
| Pinjokhra | West | 4.91 km |
| Kirawar | East | 5.05 km |
| Jhanwari | South | 5.81 km |
| Alakhpura | East | 6.57 km |
| Kharkhari Sohan | South | 7.15 km |
| Saral | South-West | 7.58 km |
| Dharan | South-East | 7.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanak
Khanak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bawani Khera, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Khanak is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanak 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 Khanak
Where is Khanak located?
Khanak village is located in Tosham Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanak?
Khanak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanak?
The pincode of Khanak is 127040.
What is the population of Khanak?
Khanak has a total population of 8,269, including 4,439 males and 3,830 females.
How many households are there in Khanak?
There are 1,683 households in Khanak.
What is the literacy rate in Khanak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanak is 57.83%. Male literacy is 65.89% and female literacy is 48.49%.