Kandlu - Karsog, Mandi
Kandlu is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dabrot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandlu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandlu is 016233. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.8 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kandlu 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 Kandlu
According to the 2011 Census, Kandlu village had a total population of 176 people, including 86 males and 90 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.56%, with male literacy at 94.67% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 15 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kandlu
Kandlu 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 Kandlu
Kandlu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kandlu 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 Kandlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandlu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandlu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandlu
Where is Kandlu located?
Kandlu village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandlu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandlu is Dabrot.
What is the pincode of Kandlu?
The pincode of Kandlu is 175011.
What is the population of Kandlu?
Kandlu had a total population of 176, including 86 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Kandlu?
Kandlu had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandlu was 83.56%. Male literacy was 94.67% and female literacy was 71.83%.