Blahani - Karsog, Mandi
Blahani is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chouri Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Blahani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Blahani is 016218. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.91 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Blahani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Blahani
According to the 2011 Census, Blahani village had a total population of 544 people, including 278 males and 266 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 79.25% and female literacy at 61.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212.
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 | 544 | 278 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 191 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 87 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Blahani
Blahani 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 Blahani
Blahani 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 Blahani is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Blahani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Blahani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Blahani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Blahani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Blahani
Where is Blahani located?
Blahani village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Blahani?
The Gram Panchayat of Blahani is Chouri Dhar.
What is the pincode of Blahani?
The pincode of Blahani is 175011.
What is the population of Blahani?
Blahani had a total population of 544, including 278 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Blahani?
Blahani had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Blahani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Blahani was 70.55%. Male literacy was 79.25% and female literacy was 61.47%.