Khanokhar - Dehar, Mandi
Khanokhar is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from Mandi. Samoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanokhar is 014270. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.07 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Khanokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Khanokhar village had a total population of 390 people, including 196 males and 194 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 76.61% and female literacy at 58.08%.
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 | 390 | 196 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 131 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 65 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Khanokhar
Khanokhar 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 Khanokhar
Khanokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mandi to Khanokhar is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanokhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanokhar
Where is Khanokhar located?
Khanokhar village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanokhar is Samoun.
What is the pincode of Khanokhar?
The pincode of Khanokhar is 175018.
What is the population of Khanokhar?
Khanokhar had a total population of 390, including 196 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Khanokhar?
Khanokhar had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanokhar was 67.46%. Male literacy was 76.61% and female literacy was 58.08%.