Khun - Dalhousie, Chamba
Khun is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bagdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khun is 007367. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.51 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khun
As per Census 2011, Khun village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 124 males and 146 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 124 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 28 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Khun
Khun 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 Khun
Khun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Khun is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Khun is about 34 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 Khun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khun 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khun
Where is Khun located?
Khun village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khun?
The Gram Panchayat of Khun is Bagdhar.
What is the pincode of Khun?
The pincode of Khun is 176303.
What is the population of Khun?
Khun has a total population of 270, including 124 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Khun?
There are 55 households in Khun.
What is the literacy rate in Khun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khun is 65.19%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 54.79%.