Khokhar Dwakhari - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Khokhar Dwakhari is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from Dasua and around 45 km from Hoshiarpur. Khokhar Dawakhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokhar Dwakhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhar Dwakhari is 030829. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Khokhar Dwakhari 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 Dwakhari
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhar Dwakhari village had a total population of 859 people, including 425 males and 434 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.07%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 83.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 553.
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 | 859 | 425 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 275 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 331 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 94 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhar Dwakhari
Khokhar Dwakhari 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 Dwakhari
Khokhar Dwakhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khokhar Dwakhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khokhar Dwakhari is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhar Dwakhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhar Dwakhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhar Dwakhari
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 Dwakhari 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 Khokhar Dwakhari
Where is Khokhar Dwakhari located?
Khokhar Dwakhari village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhar Dwakhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokhar Dwakhari is Khokhar Dawakhri.
What is the pincode of Khokhar Dwakhari?
The pincode of Khokhar Dwakhari is 144216.
What is the population of Khokhar Dwakhari?
Khokhar Dwakhari had a total population of 859, including 425 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Khokhar Dwakhari?
Khokhar Dwakhari had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhar Dwakhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhar Dwakhari was 87.07%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 83.72%.