Khadkan - Karsog, Mandi
Khadkan is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khadkan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadkan is 015814. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Khadkan 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 Khadkan
According to the 2011 Census, Khadkan village had a total population of 186 people, including 94 males and 92 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.34%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Khadkan
Khadkan 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 Khadkan
Khadkan 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 Khadkan is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadkan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khadkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadkan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khadkan
Where is Khadkan located?
Khadkan village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadkan?
Khadkan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadkan?
The pincode of Khadkan is 175011.
What is the population of Khadkan?
Khadkan had a total population of 186, including 94 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Khadkan?
Khadkan had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadkan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadkan was 84.34%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 75.00%.