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
According to the 2011 Census, Khanour village had a total population of 548 people, including 242 males and 306 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,264 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.06%, with male literacy at 89.71% and female literacy at 69.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 548 | 242 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 548, including 242 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Khanour?
Khanour had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanour was 78.06%. Male literacy was 89.71% and female literacy was 69.26%.