Khari Malhan - Multhan, Kangra
Khari Malhan is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Polling serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari Malhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari Malhan is 012131. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.58 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Khari Malhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khari Malhan
According to the 2011 Census, Khari Malhan village had a total population of 307 people, including 159 males and 148 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 75.17% and female literacy at 54.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 307 | 159 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 109 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 50 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Khari Malhan
Khari Malhan 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 Khari Malhan
Khari Malhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Khari Malhan is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khari Malhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari Malhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khari Malhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari Malhan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khari Malhan
Where is Khari Malhan located?
Khari Malhan village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari Malhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khari Malhan is Polling.
What is the pincode of Khari Malhan?
The pincode of Khari Malhan is 175013.
What is the population of Khari Malhan?
Khari Malhan had a total population of 307, including 159 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Khari Malhan?
Khari Malhan had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khari Malhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari Malhan was 65.11%. Male literacy was 75.17% and female literacy was 54.14%.