Kihari - Khundian, Kangra
Kihari is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khundian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kihari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kihari is 010845. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.76 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Kihari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kihari
According to the 2011 Census, Kihari village had a total population of 88 people, including 43 males and 45 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 69.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kihari
Kihari 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 Kihari
Kihari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kihari is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kihari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kihari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kihari
Where is Kihari located?
Kihari village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kihari is Khundian.
What is the pincode of Kihari?
The pincode of Kihari is 176030.
What is the population of Kihari?
Kihari had a total population of 88, including 43 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Kihari?
Kihari had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kihari was 78.95%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 69.05%.