Kigas - Aut, Mandi
Kigas is a village situated in the Aut tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kigash serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kigas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kigas is 014841. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 175121 pincode. Bhuntar is the nearest town.
Kigas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kigas
As per Census 2011, Kigas village has a total population of 1,042 people, consisting of 525 males and 517 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 758 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kigas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 525 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 200 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 6 | - |
| Literate Population | 758 | 426 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 99 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Kigas
Kigas 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 Kigas
Kigas 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 | 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 Mandi to Kigas is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kigas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kigas 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kigas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kigas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kigas
Where is Kigas located?
Kigas village is located in Aut Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kigas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kigas is Kigash.
What is the pincode of Kigas?
The pincode of Kigas is 175121.
What is the population of Kigas?
Kigas has a total population of 1,042, including 525 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Kigas?
There are 203 households in Kigas.
What is the literacy rate in Kigas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kigas is 72.74%. Male literacy is 81.14% and female literacy is 64.22%.