Kiling - Chachyot, Mandi
Kiling is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Killing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiling is 015433. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.14 hectares and falls under the 175045 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kiling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiling
According to the 2011 Census, Kiling village had a total population of 476 people, including 233 males and 243 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.24%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 71.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 338.
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 | 476 | 233 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 167 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 186 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 47 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kiling
Kiling 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 Kiling
Kiling 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 Kiling is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kiling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kiling
Where is Kiling located?
Kiling village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kiling?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiling is Killing.
What is the pincode of Kiling?
The pincode of Kiling is 175045.
What is the population of Kiling?
Kiling had a total population of 476, including 233 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Kiling?
Kiling had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiling was 80.24%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 71.10%.