Khandwal
About Khandwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khandwal village is 008357. Khandwal village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Khandwal village. As per 2009 stats, Kandwal is the gram panchayat of Khandwal village.
The total geographical area of village is 296.82 hectares. Khandwal has a total population of 1,464 peoples, out of which male population is 765 while female population is 699. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 913 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khandwal village is 76.50% out of which 78.30% males and 74.54% females are literate. There are about 291 houses in khandwal village. Pincode of khandwal village locality is 176202.
When it comes to administration, Khandwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khandwal village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to khandwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Khandwal
The population details of Khandwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 765 | 699 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 260 | 139 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 599 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 166 | 178 |
Connectivity of Khandwal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khandwal
Where is Khandwal located?
Khandwal village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandwal is Kandwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khandwal?
The pincode of Khandwal is 176202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khandwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandwal is 1,464, with 765 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Khandwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khandwal village has a total of 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandwal is 76.50%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 74.54%.