Dounhal - Karsog, Mandi
Dounhal is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuphridhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dounhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dounhal is 016165. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.32 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dounhal 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 Dounhal
According to the 2011 Census, Dounhal village had a total population of 316 people, including 165 males and 151 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.54%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 316 | 165 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 126 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 39 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Dounhal
Dounhal 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 Dounhal
Public transport in the Dounhal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dounhal is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dounhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dounhal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dounhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dounhal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dounhal
Where is Dounhal located?
Dounhal village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dounhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dounhal is Kuphridhar.
What is the pincode of Dounhal?
The pincode of Dounhal is 175011.
What is the population of Dounhal?
Dounhal had a total population of 316, including 165 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Dounhal?
Dounhal had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dounhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dounhal was 77.54%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 66.67%.