Khanar - Holi, Chamba
Khanar is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bajol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanar is 008118. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.63 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Khanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanar
According to the 2011 Census, Khanar village had a total population of 80 people, including 38 males and 42 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.01%, with male literacy at 65.71% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Khanar
Khanar 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 Khanar
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Khanar is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khanar
Where is Khanar located?
Khanar village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanar is Bajol.
What is the pincode of Khanar?
The pincode of Khanar is 176326.
What is the population of Khanar?
Khanar had a total population of 80, including 38 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Khanar?
Khanar had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanar was 63.01%. Male literacy was 65.71% and female literacy was 60.53%.