Khungan

Khungan is a village located in Galore tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Galore. Galore is the sub-district headquarter of Khungan village. As per 2009 stats, Phahal is the gram panchayat of Khungan village.

Here you can discover what makes Khungan unique in its vibrant Galore-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Khungan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khungan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khungan is 016931. The village spans a total geographical area of 107 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177026. Hamirpur is nearest town to Khungan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khungan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khungan

According to the 2011 Census, Khungan has a total population of about 167, with approximately 66 males and 101 females. The sex ratio is around 1530 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.46%, with male literacy at about 75.76% and female literacy near 70.30%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khungan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 167 66 101
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 11 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 121 50 71
Illiterate Population 46 16 30

Connectivity of Khungan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khungan. As per the 2011 stats, Khungan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 Khungan

Knowing the nearby villages of Khungan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khungan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khungan

Where is Khungan located?
Khungan village is situated in Galore Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khungan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khungan is Phahal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khungan?
The pincode of Khungan is 177026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khungan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khungan is 167, with 66 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Khungan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khungan village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khungan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khungan is 72.46%. The male literacy rate is 75.76%, while the female literacy rate is 70.30%.