Chakwan Khaniyara - Dharmsala, Kangra
Chakwan Khaniyara is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sounkni Da Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakwan Khaniyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakwan Khaniyara is 009581. The village covers a total geographical area of 5955.17 hectares and falls under the 176218 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Chakwan Khaniyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakwan Khaniyara
According to the 2011 Census, Chakwan Khaniyara village had a total population of 300 people, including 160 males and 140 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.86%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 75.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 300 | 160 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Chakwan Khaniyara
Chakwan Khaniyara 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 Chakwan Khaniyara
Chakwan Khaniyara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chakwan Khaniyara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chakwan Khaniyara is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakwan Khaniyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakwan Khaniyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakwan Khaniyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakwan Khaniyara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chakwan Khaniyara
Where is Chakwan Khaniyara located?
Chakwan Khaniyara village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakwan Khaniyara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakwan Khaniyara is Sounkni Da Kot.
What is the pincode of Chakwan Khaniyara?
The pincode of Chakwan Khaniyara is 176218.
What is the population of Chakwan Khaniyara?
Chakwan Khaniyara had a total population of 300, including 160 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Chakwan Khaniyara?
Chakwan Khaniyara had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakwan Khaniyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakwan Khaniyara was 77.86%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 75.41%.