Mahala

Mahala is a village located in Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Kotla Khas. Kotla Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Mahala village. As per 2009 stats, Jandour is the gram panchayat of Mahala village.

Mahala has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahala is 010612. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176501. Talwara is nearest town to Mahala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mahala

Below is a concise population overview of Mahala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 190 96 94
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 17 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 16 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 147 74 73
Illiterate Population 43 22 21

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahala village:

  • The total population of Mahala village is around 190, including approximately 96 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Mahala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahala village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahala village is about 77.37%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 77.66%.
  • There are around 51 households in Mahala village.

Connectivity of Mahala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahala. As per the 2011 stats, Mahala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahala

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahala.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahala

Where is Mahala located?
Mahala village is situated in Jaswan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahala is Jandour (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahala?
The pincode of Mahala is 176501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahala is 190, with 96 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Mahala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahala village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahala is 77.37%. The male literacy rate is 77.08%, while the female literacy rate is 77.66%.