Khuhan - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Khuhan is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khuhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuhan is 015009. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Khuhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuhan
According to the 2011 Census, Khuhan village had a total population of 686 people, including 346 males and 340 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 89.12% and female literacy at 61.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 686 | 346 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 164 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 262 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 84 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Khuhan
Khuhan 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 Khuhan
Khuhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Khuhan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuhan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuhan
Where is Khuhan located?
Khuhan village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuhan?
Khuhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuhan?
The pincode of Khuhan is 175106.
What is the population of Khuhan?
Khuhan had a total population of 686, including 346 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Khuhan?
Khuhan had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuhan was 75.17%. Male literacy was 89.12% and female literacy was 61.03%.