Khanan

Khanan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Khanan village is also a gram panchayat.

Khanan has its own place in the vibrant Ganderbal 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 Khanan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanan is 002898. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Khanan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Khanan

Below is a concise population overview of Khanan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,731 924 807
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 447 247 200
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 658 340 318
Literate Population 662 447 215
Illiterate Population 1,069 477 592

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khanan village:

  • The total population of Khanan village is around 1,731, including approximately 924 males and 807 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 447 children aged 0–6 years in Khanan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khanan village has 658 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khanan village is about 38.24%, with male literacy at 48.38% and female literacy at 26.64%.
  • There are around 265 households in Khanan village.

Connectivity of Khanan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanan. As per the 2011 stats, Khanan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khanan

Knowing the nearby villages of Khanan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanan.

Lari Barwalah Gund Ari Kacha Nambal Wangat Berna Bugh Bamlina Kij Parah Hardo Panzin Kangan Najwan Nilah

Frequently Asked Questions about Khanan

Where is Khanan located?
Khanan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanan?
Khanan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Khanan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanan is 1,731, with 924 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Khanan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khanan village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanan is 38.24%. The male literacy rate is 48.38%, while the female literacy rate is 26.64%.