Khangta - Tikar, Shimla
Khangta is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khangta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangta is 026390. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khangta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khangta
According to the 2011 Census, Khangta village had a total population of 1,156 people, including 683 males and 473 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 693 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.09%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 70.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,156 | 683 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 130 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 525 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 158 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Khangta
Khangta 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 Khangta
Khangta 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 Shimla to Khangta is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khangta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khangta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khangta
Where is Khangta located?
Khangta village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khangta?
The Gram Panchayat of Khangta is Tikkar.
What is the pincode of Khangta?
The pincode of Khangta is 171203.
What is the population of Khangta?
Khangta had a total population of 1,156, including 683 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Khangta?
Khangta had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangta was 78.09%. Male literacy was 83.20% and female literacy was 70.12%.