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
As per Census 2011, Khangwari village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 465 males and 473 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khangwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 465 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| 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 has a total population of 938, including 465 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Khangwari?
There are 183 households in Khangwari.
What is the literacy rate in Khangwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangwari is 75.16%. Male literacy is 76.13% and female literacy is 74.21%.