Kheri Tangan - Khatauli, Muzaffarnagar
Kheri Tangan is a village situated in the Khatauli tehsil of Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatauli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffar Nagar. Kheri Tagan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheri Tangan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheri Tangan is 111240. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.19 hectares and falls under the 251201 pincode. Khatauli is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kheri Tangan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khatauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kheri Tangan
As per Census 2011, Kheri Tangan village has a total population of 2,137 people, consisting of 1,133 males and 1,004 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,358 literate and 779 illiterate residents. Additionally, 574 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kheri Tangan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,137 | 1,133 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 206 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 298 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 846 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 287 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Kheri Tangan
Kheri Tangan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rustampur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Amberpur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Matheri | South | 1.61 km |
| Nawala | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Jeewna | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Chandsina | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Raipur Nagli | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Phulat | South | 3.39 km |
| Ajeetpur | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Habibpur | North | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kheri Tangan
Kheri Tangan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khatauli, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatauli to Kheri Tangan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffar Nagar to Kheri Tangan is about 20 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 Kheri Tangan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheri Tangan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kheri Tangan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheri Tangan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kheri Tangan
Where is Kheri Tangan located?
Kheri Tangan village is located in Khatauli Tehsil, Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheri Tangan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheri Tangan is Kheri Tagan.
What is the pincode of Kheri Tangan?
The pincode of Kheri Tangan is 251201.
What is the population of Kheri Tangan?
Kheri Tangan has a total population of 2,137, including 1,133 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Kheri Tangan?
There are 349 households in Kheri Tangan.
What is the literacy rate in Kheri Tangan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheri Tangan is 63.55%. Male literacy is 74.67% and female literacy is 51.00%.