Kayan - Dehar, Mandi
Kayan is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Mandi. Dhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kayan is 014295. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.9 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kayan
According to the 2011 Census, Kayan village had a total population of 215 people, including 186 males and 29 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.41%, with male literacy at 90.66% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 215 | 186 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 165 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 21 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kayan
Kayan 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 Kayan
Kayan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kayan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kayan
Where is Kayan located?
Kayan village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kayan is Dhwal.
What is the pincode of Kayan?
The pincode of Kayan is 175017.
What is the population of Kayan?
Kayan had a total population of 215, including 186 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kayan?
Kayan had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kayan was 88.41%. Male literacy was 90.66% and female literacy was 72.00%.