Kehri - Baldwara, Mandi
Kehri is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jehmat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehri is 014165. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.1 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Kehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Kehri
According to the 2011 Census, Kehri village had a total population of 412 people, including 215 males and 197 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 87.89% and female literacy at 75.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 412 | 215 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 167 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 48 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kehri
Kehri 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 Kehri
Kehri 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 Kehri is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kehri
Where is Kehri located?
Kehri village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kehri is Jehmat.
What is the pincode of Kehri?
The pincode of Kehri is 175033.
What is the population of Kehri?
Kehri had a total population of 412, including 215 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kehri?
Kehri had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehri was 81.67%. Male literacy was 87.89% and female literacy was 75.14%.