Khansra - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Khansra is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Raghunath Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khansra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khansra is 019788. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.79 hectares and falls under the 174005 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Khansra 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 Khansra
As per Census 2011, Khansra village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 31 males and 45 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,451 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khansra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khansra
Khansra 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 Khansra
Khansra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Khansra is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khansra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khansra 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khansra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khansra 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 Khansra
Where is Khansra located?
Khansra village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khansra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khansra is Raghunath Pura.
What is the pincode of Khansra?
The pincode of Khansra is 174005.
What is the population of Khansra?
Khansra has a total population of 76, including 31 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Khansra?
There are 18 households in Khansra.
What is the literacy rate in Khansra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khansra is 75.00%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 68.89%.