Khandyaru - Churah, Chamba
Khandyaru is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Chamba. Himgiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandyaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandyaru is 006897. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Khandyaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandyaru
According to the 2011 Census, Khandyaru village had a total population of 229 people, including 117 males and 112 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.22%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 56.70%.
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 | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 91 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 26 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Khandyaru
Khandyaru 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 Khandyaru
Khandyaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Khandyaru is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandyaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandyaru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandyaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandyaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandyaru
Where is Khandyaru located?
Khandyaru village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandyaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandyaru is Himgiri.
What is the pincode of Khandyaru?
The pincode of Khandyaru is 176321.
What is the population of Khandyaru?
Khandyaru had a total population of 229, including 117 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Khandyaru?
Khandyaru had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandyaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandyaru was 71.22%. Male literacy was 84.26% and female literacy was 56.70%.