Khar - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Khar is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 225 km from Kyelang. Sagnam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khar is 012585. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.48 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Khar village had a total population of 121 people, including 62 males and 59 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.92%, with male literacy at 83.02% and female literacy at 52.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 121.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Khar
Khar 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 Khar
Public transport in the Khar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Khar is about 225 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khar
Where is Khar located?
Khar village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khar is Sagnam.
What is the pincode of Khar?
The pincode of Khar is 172114.
What is the population of Khar?
Khar had a total population of 121, including 62 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Khar?
Khar had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khar was 67.92%. Male literacy was 83.02% and female literacy was 52.83%.