Khingra - Kalanwali, Sirsa
Khingra is a village situated in the Kalanwali tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from Dabwali and around 42 km from Sirsa. Kingre serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khingra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khingra is 060565. The village covers a total geographical area of 778 hectares and falls under the 125104 pincode. Kalan Wali is the nearest town.
Khingra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabwali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khingra
As per Census 2011, Khingra village has a total population of 1,304 people, consisting of 687 males and 617 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khingra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 687 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 251 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 358 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 329 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Khingra
Khingra 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 Khingra
Public transport in the Khingra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sirsa to Khingra 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 Khingra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khingra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khingra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khingra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khingra
Where is Khingra located?
Khingra village is located in Kalanwali Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khingra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khingra is Kingre.
What is the pincode of Khingra?
The pincode of Khingra is 125104.
What is the population of Khingra?
Khingra has a total population of 1,304, including 687 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Khingra?
There are 264 households in Khingra.
What is the literacy rate in Khingra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khingra is 48.93%. Male literacy is 52.11% and female literacy is 45.38%.