Khandla - Balh, Mandi
Khandla is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Mandi. Khandla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandla is 014732. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.41 hectares and falls under the 175006 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Khandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandla
As per Census 2011, Khandla village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 470 males and 473 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 692 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 470 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 222 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 355 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 115 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Khandla
Khandla 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 Khandla
Khandla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Khandla is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandla
Where is Khandla located?
Khandla village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandla?
Khandla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandla?
The pincode of Khandla is 175006.
What is the population of Khandla?
Khandla has a total population of 943, including 470 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Khandla?
There are 184 households in Khandla.
What is the literacy rate in Khandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandla is 73.38%. Male literacy is 75.53% and female literacy is 71.25%.