Khokhar - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Khokhar is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Khokhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhar is 030797. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Khokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhar
As per Census 2011, Khokhar village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 102 males and 106 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 102 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 31 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhar
Khokhar 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 Khokhar
Khokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khokhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khokhar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khokhar
Where is Khokhar located?
Khokhar village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhar?
Khokhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khokhar?
The pincode of Khokhar is 144221.
What is the population of Khokhar?
Khokhar has a total population of 208, including 102 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Khokhar?
There are 44 households in Khokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhar is 64.90%. Male literacy is 69.61% and female literacy is 60.38%.