Khurahal - Dehar, Mandi
Khurahal is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from Mandi. Slapper Colony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurahal is 014303. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.47 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Khurahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Khurahal
According to the 2011 Census, Khurahal village had a total population of 767 people, including 388 males and 379 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.96%, with male literacy at 85.09% and female literacy at 62.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 767 | 388 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 291 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 97 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Khurahal
Khurahal 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 Khurahal
Khurahal 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 Khurahal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khurahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khurahal
Where is Khurahal located?
Khurahal village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khurahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurahal is Slapper Colony.
What is the pincode of Khurahal?
The pincode of Khurahal is 175017.
What is the population of Khurahal?
Khurahal had a total population of 767, including 388 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Khurahal?
Khurahal had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurahal was 73.96%. Male literacy was 85.09% and female literacy was 62.57%.