Khaddar - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Khaddar is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khaddar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaddar is 013560. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.38 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Khaddar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaddar
As per Census 2011, Khaddar village has a total population of 606 people, consisting of 299 males and 307 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaddar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 299 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 441 | 251 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 48 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Khaddar
Khaddar 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 Khaddar
Khaddar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Khaddar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaddar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaddar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaddar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaddar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khaddar
Where is Khaddar located?
Khaddar village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaddar?
Khaddar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaddar?
The pincode of Khaddar is 175016.
What is the population of Khaddar?
Khaddar has a total population of 606, including 299 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Khaddar?
There are 134 households in Khaddar.
What is the literacy rate in Khaddar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaddar is 72.77%. Male literacy is 83.95% and female literacy is 61.89%.