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
As per Census 2011, Sughtar Khan village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 89 males and 79 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sughtar Khan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 168, including 89 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sughtar Khan?
There are 32 households in Sughtar Khan.
What is the literacy rate in Sughtar Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sughtar Khan is 83.33%. Male literacy is 82.02% and female literacy is 84.81%.