Kanghwan - Baldwara, Mandi
Kanghwan is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanghwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanghwan is 014217. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.4 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Kanghwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanghwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanghwan village had a total population of 125 people, including 57 males and 68 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 65.00%.
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 | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kanghwan
Kanghwan 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 Kanghwan
Kanghwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kanghwan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanghwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanghwan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanghwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanghwan 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 Kanghwan
Where is Kanghwan located?
Kanghwan village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanghwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanghwan is Nawani.
What is the pincode of Kanghwan?
The pincode of Kanghwan is 175034.
What is the population of Kanghwan?
Kanghwan had a total population of 125, including 57 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kanghwan?
Kanghwan had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanghwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanghwan was 72.97%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 65.00%.