Khangu - Churah, Chamba
Khangu is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from Chamba. Bhalodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khangu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangu is 006851. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Khangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khangu
As per Census 2011, Khangu village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 115 males and 102 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khangu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 62 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Khangu
Khangu 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 Khangu
Khangu 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Khangu is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khangu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khangu
Where is Khangu located?
Khangu village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khangu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khangu is Bhalodi.
What is the pincode of Khangu?
The pincode of Khangu is 176316.
What is the population of Khangu?
Khangu has a total population of 217, including 115 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Khangu?
There are 42 households in Khangu.
What is the literacy rate in Khangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangu is 40.09%. Male literacy is 46.09% and female literacy is 33.33%.