Khaska Dingar - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Khaska Dingar is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhar Tikkri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaska Dingar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaska Dingar is 022891. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Khaska Dingar 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 Khaska Dingar
According to the 2011 Census, Khaska Dingar village had a total population of 352 people, including 188 males and 164 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.54%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 68.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 352 | 188 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 146 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 42 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Khaska Dingar
Khaska Dingar 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 Khaska Dingar
Khaska Dingar 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 Khaska Dingar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaska Dingar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaska Dingar 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 Khaska Dingar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaska Dingar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaska Dingar
Where is Khaska Dingar located?
Khaska Dingar village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaska Dingar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaska Dingar is Dhar Tikkri.
What is the pincode of Khaska Dingar?
The pincode of Khaska Dingar is 173101.
What is the population of Khaska Dingar?
Khaska Dingar had a total population of 352, including 188 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Khaska Dingar?
Khaska Dingar had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaska Dingar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaska Dingar was 80.54%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 68.61%.