Khanour - Dharmpur, Mandi
Khanour is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khanaud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanour is 013649. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.13 hectares and falls under the 175051 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Khanour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanour
As per Census 2011, Khanour village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 242 males and 306 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,264 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 242 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 183 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 59 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Khanour
Khanour 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 Khanour
Khanour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Khanour is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khanour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khanour
Where is Khanour located?
Khanour village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanour?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanour is Khanaud.
What is the pincode of Khanour?
The pincode of Khanour is 175051.
What is the population of Khanour?
Khanour has a total population of 548, including 242 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Khanour?
There are 127 households in Khanour.
What is the literacy rate in Khanour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanour is 67.52%. Male literacy is 75.62% and female literacy is 61.11%.