Khandwal

Khandwal is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Khandwal 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 Khandwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandwal is 002154. The village spans a total geographical area of 103 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184148. Hiranagar is nearest town to Khandwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Khandwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 300 155 145
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 20 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 201 106 95
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 98 48 50
Literate Population 173 109 64
Illiterate Population 127 46 81

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

  • The total population of Khandwal village is around 300, including approximately 155 males and 145 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Khandwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khandwal village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 98 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khandwal village is about 57.67%, with male literacy at 70.32% and female literacy at 44.14%.
  • There are around 56 households in Khandwal village.

Connectivity of Khandwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandwal. As per the 2011 stats, Khandwal 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 Khandwal

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

Chak Handa Sultan Pur Chak Sardar Attar Singh Chak Kahna Rampur Salal Pur Mukund Pur Chak Shama Kishan Pur Andhar Hari Pur Sainiyan Chhan Lal Din

Frequently Asked Questions about Khandwal

Where is Khandwal located?
Khandwal village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Khandwal?
The pincode of Khandwal is 184148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khandwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandwal is 300, with 155 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Khandwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khandwal village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandwal is 57.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.32%, while the female literacy rate is 44.14%.