Khanda
Khanda is a village located in Chadoora tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chadoora (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Khanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khanda unique in its vibrant Chadoora-Badgam region. You’ll see Khanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanda is 000752. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192121. Chadoora is nearest town to Khanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Khanda
Population of Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Khanda has a total population of about 3,330, with approximately 1,690 males and 1,640 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 591 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.22%, with male literacy at about 60.89% and female literacy near 43.29%. There are around 518 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,330 | 1,690 | 1,640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 317 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 1,029 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,591 | 661 | 930 |
Connectivity of Khanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanda. As per the 2011 stats, Khanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanda
- Where is Khanda located?
- Khanda village is situated in Chadoora Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
- Khanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khanda?
- The pincode of Khanda is 192121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanda is 3,330, with 1,690 males and 1,640 females.
- How many households are there in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanda village has a total of 518 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanda is 52.22%. The male literacy rate is 60.89%, while the female literacy rate is 43.29%.