Khangta
Khangta is a village located in Tikar tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 98km away from district headquarter Tikar. Tikar is the sub-district headquarter of Khangta village. As per 2009 stats, Tikkar is the gram panchayat of Khangta village.
Khangta has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khangta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khangta is 026390. The village spans a total geographical area of 271 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171203. Rohru is nearest town to Khangta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khangta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khangta
Population of Khangta
Below is a concise population overview of Khangta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khangta village:
- The total population of Khangta village is around 1,156, including approximately 683 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 692 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Khangta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khangta village has 255 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khangta village is about 69.98%, with male literacy at 76.87% and female literacy at 60.04%.
- There are around 292 households in Khangta village.
Connectivity of Khangta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khangta. As per the 2011 stats, Khangta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khangta
Knowing the nearby villages of Khangta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khangta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khangta
- Where is Khangta located?
- Khangta village is situated in Tikar Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khangta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khangta is Tikkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khangta?
- The pincode of Khangta is 171203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khangta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khangta is 1,156, with 683 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Khangta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khangta village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khangta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khangta is 69.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.87%, while the female literacy rate is 60.04%.