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
As per Census 2011, Kihari village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 43 males and 45 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kihari are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 88, including 43 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Kihari?
There are 19 households in Kihari.
What is the literacy rate in Kihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kihari is 68.18%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 64.44%.