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
As per Census 2011, Khangarh village has a total population of 1,332 people, consisting of 714 males and 618 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 714 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 169 | 136 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,332, including 714 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Khangarh?
There are 241 households in Khangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Khangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangarh is 59.01%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 52.91%.