Takhniar
Takhniar is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Takhniar village. As per 2009 stats, Bhalli is the gram panchayat of Takhniar village.
Here you can discover what makes Takhniar unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Takhniar’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 Takhniar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Takhniar is 009234. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176205. Dharmsala is nearest town to Takhniar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Takhniar 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 Jawali 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 Takhniar
Population of Takhniar
According to the 2011 Census, Takhniar has a total population of about 897, with approximately 460 males and 437 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 195. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.77%, with male literacy at about 73.48% and female literacy near 57.67%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Takhniar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 897 | 460 | 437 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 119 | 122 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 93 | 102 |
Literate Population | 590 | 338 | 252 |
Illiterate Population | 307 | 122 | 185 |
Connectivity of Takhniar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Takhniar. As per the 2011 stats, Takhniar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Takhniar
Knowing the nearby villages of Takhniar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Takhniar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Takhniar
- Where is Takhniar located?
- Takhniar village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Takhniar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Takhniar is Bhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Takhniar?
- The pincode of Takhniar is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Takhniar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Takhniar is 897, with 460 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Takhniar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Takhniar village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Takhniar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Takhniar is 65.77%. The male literacy rate is 73.48%, while the female literacy rate is 57.67%.