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
According to the 2011 Census, Khair village had a total population of 294 people, including 143 males and 151 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.28%, with male literacy at 83.47% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 had a total population of 294, including 143 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Khair?
Khair had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khair was 73.28%. Male literacy was 83.47% and female literacy was 63.49%.