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
As per Census 2011, Khanjar village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 33 males and 33 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanjar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 66, including 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Khanjar?
There are 15 households in Khanjar.
What is the literacy rate in Khanjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanjar is 59.09%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 51.52%.