Dangar Khera - Abohar, Fazilka
Dangar Khera is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from Fazilka and around 105 km from Firozpur. Danger Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangar Khera is 035142. The village covers a total geographical area of 1614 hectares and falls under the 152122 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Dangar Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangar Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Dangar Khera village had a total population of 6,251 people, including 3,333 males and 2,918 females, living in 1,171 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.62%, with male literacy at 82.53% and female literacy at 59.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 956.
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 | 6,251 | 3,333 | 2,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 397 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 956 | 505 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,975 | 2,423 | 1,552 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,276 | 910 | 1,366 |
Nearby Villages of Dangar Khera
Dangar Khera 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 Dangar Khera
Dangar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dangar Khera has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Dangar Khera is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangar Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dangar Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangar Khera 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 Dangar Khera
Where is Dangar Khera located?
Dangar Khera village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangar Khera is Danger Khera.
What is the pincode of Dangar Khera?
The pincode of Dangar Khera is 152122.
What is the population of Dangar Khera?
Dangar Khera had a total population of 6,251, including 3,333 males and 2,918 females.
How many households are there in Dangar Khera?
Dangar Khera had 1,171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangar Khera was 71.62%. Male literacy was 82.53% and female literacy was 59.37%.