Khangarh - Sunam, Sangrur
Khangarh is a village situated in the Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunam and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Kahangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangarh is 039810. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.4 hectares and falls under the 148026 pincode. Sangrur is the nearest town.
Khangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sunam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Khangarh village had a total population of 1,332 people, including 714 males and 618 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.96%, with male literacy at 70.72% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305.
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 | 1,332 | 714 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 169 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 459 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 255 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Khangarh
Khangarh 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 Khangarh
Khangarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sangrur to Khangarh is about 28 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 Khangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khangarh
Where is Khangarh located?
Khangarh village is located in Sunam Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khangarh is Kahangarh.
What is the pincode of Khangarh?
The pincode of Khangarh is 148026.
What is the population of Khangarh?
Khangarh had a total population of 1,332, including 714 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Khangarh?
Khangarh had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangarh was 64.96%. Male literacy was 70.72% and female literacy was 58.29%.