Pathkan - Dehar, Mandi
Pathkan is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Mandi. Jambla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathkan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathkan is 014284. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.99 hectares and falls under the 175030 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Pathkan 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 Pathkan
According to the 2011 Census, Pathkan village had a total population of 303 people, including 156 males and 147 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.30%, with male literacy at 83.94% and female literacy at 68.42%.
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 | 303 | 156 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 115 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 41 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Pathkan
Pathkan 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 Pathkan
Pathkan 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 Pathkan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathkan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathkan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathkan
Where is Pathkan located?
Pathkan village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathkan is Jambla.
What is the pincode of Pathkan?
The pincode of Pathkan is 175030.
What is the population of Pathkan?
Pathkan had a total population of 303, including 156 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Pathkan?
Pathkan had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathkan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathkan was 76.30%. Male literacy was 83.94% and female literacy was 68.42%.