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
As per Census 2011, Dangar Khera village has a total population of 6,251 people, consisting of 3,333 males and 2,918 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,975 literate and 2,276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 956 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangar Khera are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 6,251, including 3,333 males and 2,918 females.
How many households are there in Dangar Khera?
There are 1,171 households in Dangar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Dangar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangar Khera is 63.59%. Male literacy is 72.70% and female literacy is 53.19%.