Khanjar - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Khanjar is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 84 km from Kyelang. Tingret serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanjar is 012150. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.34 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Khanjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanjar
According to the 2011 Census, Khanjar village had a total population of 66 people, including 33 males and 33 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.10%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Khanjar
Khanjar 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 Khanjar
Public transport in the Khanjar 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 Khanjar is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanjar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanjar
Where is Khanjar located?
Khanjar village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanjar is Tingret.
What is the pincode of Khanjar?
The pincode of Khanjar is 175142.
What is the population of Khanjar?
Khanjar had a total population of 66, including 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Khanjar?
Khanjar had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanjar was 66.10%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 58.62%.