Khanda
Khanda is a village located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 104km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Khanda village. As per 2009 stats, Malhari is the gram panchayat of Khanda village.
Khanda has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanda is 008743. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176401. Nurpur is nearest town to Khanda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khanda 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 Indora 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.
Google Map of Khanda
Population of Khanda
Below is a concise population overview of Khanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khanda village:
- The total population of Khanda village is around 159, including approximately 85 males and 74 females, with a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Khanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khanda village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khanda village is about 70.44%, with male literacy at 74.12% and female literacy at 66.22%.
- There are around 30 households in Khanda village.
Connectivity of Khanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanda. As per the 2011 stats, Khanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanda
- Where is Khanda located?
- Khanda village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khanda is Malhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khanda?
- The pincode of Khanda is 176401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanda is 159, with 85 males and 74 females.
- How many households are there in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanda village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanda is 70.44%. The male literacy rate is 74.12%, while the female literacy rate is 66.22%.