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.
Here you can discover what makes Sughtar Khan unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Sughtar Khan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sughtar Khan
Population of Sughtar Khan
According to the 2011 Census, Sughtar Khan has a total population of about 168, with approximately 89 males and 79 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.33%, with male literacy at about 82.02% and female literacy near 84.81%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sughtar Khan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.