Khanan - Kangan, Ganderbal
Khanan is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Khanan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanan is 002898. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khanan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanan
According to the 2011 Census, Khanan village had a total population of 1,731 people, including 924 males and 807 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.56%, with male literacy at 66.03% and female literacy at 35.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 658.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,731 | 924 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 247 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 658 | 340 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 447 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 477 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Khanan
Khanan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khanan
Khanan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Khanan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Khanan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanan
Where is Khanan located?
Khanan village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khanan?
Khanan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanan?
The pincode of Khanan is 191202.
What is the population of Khanan?
Khanan had a total population of 1,731, including 924 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Khanan?
Khanan had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanan was 51.56%. Male literacy was 66.03% and female literacy was 35.42%.