Sughtar Khan - Gangath, Kangra
Sughtar Khan is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Dharmsala. Tappa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sughtar Khan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sughtar Khan is 008432. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.33 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Sughtar Khan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sughtar Khan
According to the 2011 Census, Sughtar Khan village had a total population of 168 people, including 89 males and 79 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 90.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sughtar Khan
Sughtar Khan 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 Sughtar Khan
Sughtar Khan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sughtar Khan is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sughtar Khan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sughtar Khan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sughtar Khan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sughtar Khan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sughtar Khan
Where is Sughtar Khan located?
Sughtar Khan village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sughtar Khan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sughtar Khan is Tappa.
What is the pincode of Sughtar Khan?
The pincode of Sughtar Khan is 176204.
What is the population of Sughtar Khan?
Sughtar Khan had a total population of 168, including 89 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sughtar Khan?
Sughtar Khan had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sughtar Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sughtar Khan was 90.32%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 90.54%.