Khanot - Baldwara, Mandi
Khanot is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Baldwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanot is 014158. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.12 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Khanot 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 Khanot
As per Census 2011, Khanot village has a total population of 729 people, consisting of 333 males and 396 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | 333 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 277 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 56 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Khanot
Khanot 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 Khanot
Khanot 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 Khanot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khanot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanot
Where is Khanot located?
Khanot village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanot is Baldwara.
What is the pincode of Khanot?
The pincode of Khanot is 175033.
What is the population of Khanot?
Khanot has a total population of 729, including 333 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Khanot?
There are 166 households in Khanot.
What is the literacy rate in Khanot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanot is 78.74%. Male literacy is 83.18% and female literacy is 75.00%.