Kahkar
Kahkar is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Kahkar village. As per 2009 stats, Mehwa is the gram panchayat of Kahkar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kahkar unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Kahkar’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 Kahkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahkar is 010333. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176028. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Kahkar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kahkar
Population of Kahkar
According to the 2011 Census, Kahkar has a total population of about 108, with approximately 53 males and 55 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.00%, with male literacy at about 83.02% and female literacy near 67.27%. There are around 26 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 81 | 44 | 37 |
Illiterate Population | 27 | 9 | 18 |
Connectivity of Kahkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahkar. As per the 2011 stats, Kahkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahkar
- Where is Kahkar located?
- Kahkar village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahkar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kahkar is Mehwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kahkar?
- The pincode of Kahkar is 176028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahkar is 108, with 53 males and 55 females.
- How many households are there in Kahkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahkar village has a total of 26 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahkar is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.02%, while the female literacy rate is 67.27%.