Khandi
About Khandi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khandi village is 001047. Khandi village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Tiket is the gram panchayat of Khandi village.
The total geographical area of village is 230.55 hectares. Khandi has a total population of 1,456 peoples, out of which male population is 730 while female population is 726. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khandi village is 57.42% out of which 65.07% males and 49.72% females are literate. There are about 197 houses in khandi village.
When it comes to administration, Khandi 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, Khandi village comes under Zanskar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to khandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
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Population of Khandi
The population details of Khandi 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 | 1,456 | 730 | 726 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 194 | 75 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,447 | 724 | 723 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 475 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 255 | 365 |
Connectivity of Khandi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khandi
Where is Khandi located?
Khandi village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandi is Tiket (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Khandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandi is 1,456, with 730 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Khandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khandi village has a total of 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandi is 57.42%. The male literacy rate is 65.07%, while the female literacy rate is 49.72%.