Khanda - Indora, Kangra
Khanda is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Malahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanda is 008743. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.05 hectares and falls under the 176401 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Khanda 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 Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Khanda village had a total population of 159 people, including 85 males and 74 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 79.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Khanda 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 Khanda
Khanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Khanda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanda 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 Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanda
Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanda is Malahari.
What is the pincode of Khanda?
The pincode of Khanda is 176401.
What is the population of Khanda?
Khanda had a total population of 159, including 85 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Khanda?
Khanda had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanda was 82.35%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 79.03%.