Khander
About Khander
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khander village is 007067. Khander village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 74km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Khander village. As per 2009 stats, Charda is the gram panchayat of Khander village.
The total geographical area of village is 144 hectares. Khander has a total population of 339 peoples, out of which male population is 173 while female population is 166. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khander village is 43.36% out of which 49.71% males and 36.75% females are literate. There are about 54 houses in khander village. Pincode of khander village locality is 176321.
When it comes to administration, Khander village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khander village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to khander village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Khander
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 173 | 166 |
| Children (0-6) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 87 | 105 |
Connectivity of Khander
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khander
Frequently Asked Questions about Khander
Where is Khander located?
Khander village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khander?
The Gram Panchayat of Khander is Charda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khander?
The pincode of Khander is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khander as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khander is 339, with 173 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Khander as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khander village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khander as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khander is 43.36%. The male literacy rate is 49.71%, while the female literacy rate is 36.75%.