Khukniara

Khukniara is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Khukniara village. As per 2009 stats, Jhumb Khas is the gram panchayat of Khukniara village.

Here you can discover what makes Khukniara unique in its vibrant Fatehpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Khukniara’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 Khukniara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khukniara is 008961. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176022. Nurpur is nearest town to Khukniara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khukniara 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 Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Khukniara

According to the 2011 Census, Khukniara has a total population of about 396, with approximately 194 males and 202 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 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 87.37%, with male literacy at about 86.60% and female literacy near 88.12%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khukniara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 396 194 202
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 23 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 16 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 346 168 178
Illiterate Population 50 26 24

Connectivity of Khukniara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khukniara. As per the 2011 stats, Khukniara 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khukniara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khukniara

Where is Khukniara located?
Khukniara village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khukniara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khukniara is Jhumb Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khukniara?
The pincode of Khukniara is 176022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khukniara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khukniara is 396, with 194 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Khukniara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khukniara village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khukniara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khukniara is 87.37%. The male literacy rate is 86.60%, while the female literacy rate is 88.12%.