Khokhar - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Khokhar is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Dasua and around 32 km from Hoshiarpur. Khokhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhar is 030675. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda 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 Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhar village had a total population of 1,091 people, including 575 males and 516 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.60%, with male literacy at 86.47% and female literacy at 76.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 322.
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 | 1,091 | 575 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 175 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 441 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 134 | 172 |
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 bus services. Khokhar 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 Hoshiarpur to Khokhar is about 32 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khokhar
Where is Khokhar located?
Khokhar village is located in Tanda 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 144216.
What is the population of Khokhar?
Khokhar had a total population of 1,091, including 575 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Khokhar?
Khokhar had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhar was 81.60%. Male literacy was 86.47% and female literacy was 76.11%.