Mehal Khas (42/60) - Bhoranj, Hamirpur
Mehal Khas (42/60) is a village situated in the Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehal Khas (42/60) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehal Khas (42/60) is 017896. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.83 hectares and falls under the 177401 pincode. Bhota is the nearest town.
Mehal Khas (42/60) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehal Khas (42/60)
According to the 2011 Census, Mehal Khas (42/60) village had a total population of 318 people, including 147 males and 171 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.01%, with male literacy at 96.24% and female literacy at 77.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 318 | 147 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 2 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 19 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Mehal Khas (42/60)
Mehal Khas (42/60) 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 Mehal Khas (42/60)
Public transport in the Mehal Khas (42/60) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hamirpur to Mehal Khas (42/60) 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 Mehal Khas (42/60)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehal Khas (42/60) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehal Khas (42/60)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehal Khas (42/60) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehal Khas (42/60)
Where is Mehal Khas (42/60) located?
Mehal Khas (42/60) village is located in Bhoranj Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehal Khas (42/60)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehal Khas (42/60) is Mehal.
What is the pincode of Mehal Khas (42/60)?
The pincode of Mehal Khas (42/60) is 177401.
What is the population of Mehal Khas (42/60)?
Mehal Khas (42/60) had a total population of 318, including 147 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Mehal Khas (42/60)?
Mehal Khas (42/60) had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehal Khas (42/60)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehal Khas (42/60) was 86.01%. Male literacy was 96.24% and female literacy was 77.12%.