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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khangar village had a total population of 169 people, including 75 males and 94 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,253 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 76.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 169 | 75 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 169, including 75 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Khangar?
Khangar had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangar was 82.07%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 76.54%.