Khair - Karsog, Mandi
Khair is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahvidhar Baag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khair is 016297. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.75 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Khair 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 Khair
As per Census 2011, Khair village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 143 males and 151 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 143 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 42 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Khair
Khair 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 Khair
Public transport in the Khair 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 Khair is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khair 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 Khair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khair
Where is Khair located?
Khair village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khair?
The Gram Panchayat of Khair is Nahvidhar Baag.
What is the pincode of Khair?
The pincode of Khair is 175011.
What is the population of Khair?
Khair has a total population of 294, including 143 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Khair?
There are 62 households in Khair.
What is the literacy rate in Khair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khair is 61.56%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 52.98%.