Khangoda - Dadri, Gautam Buddha Nagar
Khangoda is a village situated in the Dadri tehsil of Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gautam Buddha Nagar. Khangoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangoda is 120162. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.99 hectares and falls under the 201008 pincode. Gaziyabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khangoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gautam Buddha Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khangoda
According to the 2011 Census, Khangoda village had a total population of 2,708 people, including 1,445 males and 1,263 females, living in 464 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.55%, with male literacy at 84.97% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175.
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 | 2,708 | 1,445 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 254 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,652 | 1,012 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 433 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Khangoda
Khangoda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uncha Amipur | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Patadi (ct) | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Salarpur Kalan | South | 1.85 km |
| Rasoolpur Dasana | West | 1.90 km |
| Nidhauli | East | 1.91 km |
| Sidipur | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Tatarpur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Tamolipur | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Pyawali Tajpur | West | 2.97 km |
| Chauna | North-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khangoda
Khangoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dadri, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gaziyabad to Khangoda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gautam Buddha Nagar to Khangoda is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khangoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khangoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khangoda
Where is Khangoda located?
Khangoda village is located in Dadri Tehsil, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khangoda?
Khangoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khangoda?
The pincode of Khangoda is 201008.
What is the population of Khangoda?
Khangoda had a total population of 2,708, including 1,445 males and 1,263 females.
How many households are there in Khangoda?
Khangoda had 464 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangoda was 73.55%. Male literacy was 84.97% and female literacy was 60.66%.