Khungan - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Khungan is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Palasla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khungan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khungan is 018972. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.11 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Khungan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khungan
According to the 2011 Census, Khungan village had a total population of 462 people, including 232 males and 230 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.59%, with male literacy at 94.06% and female literacy at 79.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 462 | 232 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 190 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 42 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Khungan
Khungan 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 Khungan
Khungan 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 Khungan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khungan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khungan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khungan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khungan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khungan
Where is Khungan located?
Khungan village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khungan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khungan is Palasla.
What is the pincode of Khungan?
The pincode of Khungan is 174029.
What is the population of Khungan?
Khungan had a total population of 462, including 232 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Khungan?
Khungan had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khungan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khungan was 86.59%. Male literacy was 94.06% and female literacy was 79.33%.