Kihari
Kihari is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Kihari village. As per 2009 stats, Khundian is the gram panchayat of Kihari village.
Kihari 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 Kihari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kihari is 010845. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176030. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Kihari village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kihari 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 Jawalamukhi 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 Kihari
Population of Kihari
Below is a concise population overview of Kihari 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 | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kihari village:
- The total population of Kihari village is around 88, including approximately 43 males and 45 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Kihari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kihari village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kihari village is about 68.18%, with male literacy at 72.09% and female literacy at 64.44%.
- There are around 19 households in Kihari village.
Connectivity of Kihari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kihari. As per the 2011 stats, Kihari 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 Kihari
Knowing the nearby villages of Kihari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kihari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kihari
- Where is Kihari located?
- Kihari village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kihari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kihari is Khundian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kihari?
- The pincode of Kihari is 176030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kihari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kihari is 88, with 43 males and 45 females.
- How many households are there in Kihari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kihari village has a total of 19 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kihari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kihari is 68.18%. The male literacy rate is 72.09%, while the female literacy rate is 64.44%.