Khandhar

Khandhar is a village located in Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Tandwa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Bahera is the gram panchayat of Khandhar village.

Khandhar has its own place in the vibrant Chatra 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 Khandhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandhar is 349462. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825321. Tandwa is nearest town to Khandhar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khandhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Simaria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khandhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 620 310 310
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 37 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 453 231 222
Literate Population 136 72 64
Illiterate Population 484 238 246

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

  • The total population of Khandhar village is around 620, including approximately 310 males and 310 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Khandhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khandhar village has 453 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khandhar village is about 21.94%, with male literacy at 23.23% and female literacy at 20.65%.
  • There are around 101 households in Khandhar village.

Connectivity of Khandhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandhar. As per the 2011 stats, Khandhar 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khandhar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khandhar

Where is Khandhar located?
Khandhar village is situated in Tandwa Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandhar is Bahera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khandhar?
The pincode of Khandhar is 825321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khandhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandhar is 620, with 310 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Khandhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khandhar village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandhar is 21.94%. The male literacy rate is 23.23%, while the female literacy rate is 20.65%.