Sughtar Khan
Sughtar Khan is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Sughtar Khan village. As per 2009 stats, Tappa is the gram panchayat of Sughtar Khan village.
Sughtar Khan 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 Sughtar Khan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sughtar Khan is 008432. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176204. Nurpur is nearest town to Sughtar Khan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sughtar Khan 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 Indora 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.
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Population of Sughtar Khan
Below is a concise population overview of Sughtar Khan 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 | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sughtar Khan village:
- The total population of Sughtar Khan village is around 168, including approximately 89 males and 79 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Sughtar Khan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sughtar Khan village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sughtar Khan village is about 83.33%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 84.81%.
- There are around 32 households in Sughtar Khan village.
Connectivity of Sughtar Khan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sughtar Khan. As per the 2011 stats, Sughtar Khan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sughtar Khan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sughtar Khan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sughtar Khan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sughtar Khan
- Where is Sughtar Khan located?
- Sughtar Khan village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sughtar Khan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sughtar Khan is Tappa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sughtar Khan?
- The pincode of Sughtar Khan is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sughtar Khan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sughtar Khan is 168, with 89 males and 79 females.
- How many households are there in Sughtar Khan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sughtar Khan village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sughtar Khan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sughtar Khan is 83.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.02%, while the female literacy rate is 84.81%.