Khangar - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Khangar is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nichli Bhater serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangar is 019675. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Khangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khangar
As per Census 2011, Khangar village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 75 males and 94 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,253 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 75 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 18 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Khangar
Khangar 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 Khangar
Khangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bilaspur to Khangar is about 17 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 Khangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khangar
Where is Khangar located?
Khangar village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khangar is Nichli Bhater.
What is the pincode of Khangar?
The pincode of Khangar is 174021.
What is the population of Khangar?
Khangar has a total population of 169, including 75 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Khangar?
There are 36 households in Khangar.
What is the literacy rate in Khangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangar is 70.41%. Male literacy is 76.00% and female literacy is 65.96%.