Khalwan
Khalwan is a village located in Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Bali Chowki. Bali Chowki is the sub-district headquarter of Khalwan village. As per 2009 stats, Thachi Srj is the gram panchayat of Khalwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Khalwan unique in its vibrant Bali Chowki-Mandi region. You’ll see Khalwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khalwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khalwan is 014968. The village spans a total geographical area of 123 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175121. Mandi is nearest town to Khalwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khalwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khalwan
Population of Khalwan
According to the 2011 Census, Khalwan has a total population of about 628, with approximately 332 males and 296 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.81%, with male literacy at about 76.81% and female literacy near 51.35%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khalwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 628 | 332 | 296 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 407 | 255 | 152 |
Illiterate Population | 221 | 77 | 144 |
Connectivity of Khalwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khalwan. As per the 2011 stats, Khalwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khalwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Khalwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khalwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khalwan
- Where is Khalwan located?
- Khalwan village is situated in Bali Chowki Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khalwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khalwan is Thachi Srj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khalwan?
- The pincode of Khalwan is 175121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khalwan is 628, with 332 males and 296 females.
- How many households are there in Khalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khalwan village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khalwan is 64.81%. The male literacy rate is 76.81%, while the female literacy rate is 51.35%.