Khanagan - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Khanagan is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhar Tikkri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanagan is 022903. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Khanagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanagan
According to the 2011 Census, Khanagan village had a total population of 78 people, including 42 males and 36 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.10%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 97.14%.
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 | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Khanagan
Khanagan 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 Khanagan
Khanagan 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 Nahan to Khanagan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanagan
Where is Khanagan located?
Khanagan village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanagan is Dhar Tikkri.
What is the pincode of Khanagan?
The pincode of Khanagan is 173001.
What is the population of Khanagan?
Khanagan had a total population of 78, including 42 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Khanagan?
Khanagan had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanagan was 97.10%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 97.14%.