Khalanu - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Khalanu is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Daled serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalanu is 013536. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.76 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Khalanu 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 Khalanu
According to the 2011 Census, Khalanu village had a total population of 43 people, including 24 males and 19 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Khalanu
Khalanu 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 Khalanu
Khalanu 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 | 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 Khalanu is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalanu 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 Khalanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalanu 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 Khalanu
Where is Khalanu located?
Khalanu village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalanu is Daled.
What is the pincode of Khalanu?
The pincode of Khalanu is 175016.
What is the population of Khalanu?
Khalanu had a total population of 43, including 24 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Khalanu?
Khalanu had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalanu was 84.21%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 70.59%.