Khalihan - Baldwara, Mandi
Khalihan is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Narola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalihan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalihan is 014178. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.35 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Khalihan 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 Khalihan
According to the 2011 Census, Khalihan village had a total population of 239 people, including 119 males and 120 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.73%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 73.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Khalihan
Khalihan 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 Khalihan
Public transport in the Khalihan is mainly available through shared van 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 Khalihan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalihan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalihan 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 Khalihan
Where is Khalihan located?
Khalihan village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalihan is Narola.
What is the pincode of Khalihan?
The pincode of Khalihan is 175033.
What is the population of Khalihan?
Khalihan had a total population of 239, including 119 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Khalihan?
Khalihan had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalihan was 80.73%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 73.15%.