Khanak

Khanak is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Khanak has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Khanak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanak is 002098. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184148. Hiranagar is nearest town to Khanak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Khanak

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 349 181 168
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 31 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 13 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 235 121 114
Illiterate Population 114 60 54

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

  • The total population of Khanak village is around 349, including approximately 181 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Khanak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khanak village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khanak village is about 67.34%, with male literacy at 66.85% and female literacy at 67.86%.
  • There are around 60 households in Khanak village.

Connectivity of Khanak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanak. As per the 2011 stats, Khanak 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khanak

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

Thakur Pur Grore Sherpur Pain Panjgrain Brahmana Loundhi Spalwan Bhati Mehru Bobia Ladwal Krohl Krishna Krohl Buddu Krohl Matherian

Frequently Asked Questions about Khanak

Where is Khanak located?
Khanak village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Khanak?
The pincode of Khanak is 184148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khanak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanak is 349, with 181 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Khanak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khanak village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanak is 67.34%. The male literacy rate is 66.85%, while the female literacy rate is 67.86%.