Kahanpur
Kahanpur is a village located in Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 96km away from district headquarter Kotla Khas. Kotla Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Kahanpur village. As per 2009 stats, Haler is the gram panchayat of Kahanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kahanpur unique in its vibrant Jaswan-Kangra region. You’ll see Kahanpur’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 Kahanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahanpur is 010642. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177111. Talwara is nearest town to Kahanpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kahanpur
Population of Kahanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kahanpur has a total population of about 327, with approximately 162 males and 165 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 113 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 73.39%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 69.09%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 162 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 36 | 51 |
Connectivity of Kahanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kahanpur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahanpur
- Where is Kahanpur located?
- Kahanpur village is situated in Jaswan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kahanpur is Haler (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kahanpur?
- The pincode of Kahanpur is 177111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahanpur is 327, with 162 males and 165 females.
- How many households are there in Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahanpur village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahanpur is 73.39%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.09%.