Khangwari - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Khangwari is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Khangwarhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khangwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangwari is 030906. The village covers a total geographical area of 957 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Khangwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khangwari
According to the 2011 Census, Khangwari village had a total population of 938 people, including 465 males and 473 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.80%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 84.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 938 | 465 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 354 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 111 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Khangwari
Khangwari 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 Khangwari
Khangwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khangwari is about 40 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 Khangwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khangwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khangwari
Where is Khangwari located?
Khangwari village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khangwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khangwari is Khangwarhi.
What is the pincode of Khangwari?
The pincode of Khangwari is 144213.
What is the population of Khangwari?
Khangwari had a total population of 938, including 465 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Khangwari?
Khangwari had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangwari was 87.80%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 84.78%.