Kharangal
About Kharangal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharangal village is 004351. Kharangal village is located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Kharangal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 312.4 hectares. Kharangal has a total population of 1,719 peoples, out of which male population is 847 while female population is 872. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1029 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharangal village is 50.73% out of which 63.87% males and 37.96% females are literate. There are about 329 houses in kharangal village. Pincode of kharangal village locality is 182203.
When it comes to administration, Kharangal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharangal village comes under Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency. Doda is nearest town to kharangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
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Population of Kharangal
The population details of Kharangal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 847 | 872 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 364 | 185 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 589 | 287 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 541 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 306 | 541 |
Connectivity of Kharangal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharangal
Where is Kharangal located?
Kharangal village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharangal?
Kharangal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kharangal?
The pincode of Kharangal is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharangal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharangal is 1,719, with 847 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Kharangal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharangal village has a total of 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharangal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharangal is 50.73%. The male literacy rate is 63.87%, while the female literacy rate is 37.96%.