Khal Boot - Katoula, Mandi
Khal Boot is a village situated in the Katoula tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Mandi. Batheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khal Boot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khal Boot is 013183. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.02 hectares and falls under the 175005 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Khal Boot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khal Boot
As per Census 2011, Khal Boot village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 127 males and 129 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khal Boot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 127 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 46 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Khal Boot
Khal Boot 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 Khal Boot
Public transport in the Khal Boot 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 Khal Boot is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khal Boot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khal Boot 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 Khal Boot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khal Boot 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 Khal Boot
Where is Khal Boot located?
Khal Boot village is located in Katoula Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khal Boot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khal Boot is Batheri.
What is the pincode of Khal Boot?
The pincode of Khal Boot is 175005.
What is the population of Khal Boot?
Khal Boot has a total population of 256, including 127 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Khal Boot?
There are 49 households in Khal Boot.
What is the literacy rate in Khal Boot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khal Boot is 59.38%. Male literacy is 63.78% and female literacy is 55.04%.