Kheel - Bagshad, Mandi
Kheel is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Mandi. Kheel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheel is 015896. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.26 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kheel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kheel
According to the 2011 Census, Kheel village had a total population of 431 people, including 217 males and 214 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.32%, with male literacy at 93.30% and female literacy at 71.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 431 | 217 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 181 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 36 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Kheel
Kheel 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 Kheel
Kheel 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 Kheel is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheel 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 Kheel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheel 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kheel
Where is Kheel located?
Kheel village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheel?
Kheel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kheel?
The pincode of Kheel is 175010.
What is the population of Kheel?
Kheel had a total population of 431, including 217 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Kheel?
Kheel had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kheel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheel was 82.32%. Male literacy was 93.30% and female literacy was 71.78%.