Kwar - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Kwar is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhagehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kwar is 013505. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.72 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Kwar 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 Kwar
According to the 2011 Census, Kwar village had a total population of 145 people, including 52 males and 93 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.34%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 73.49%.
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 | 145 | 52 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 35 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kwar
Kwar 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 Kwar
Kwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kwar is about 100 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 Kwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kwar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kwar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kwar
Where is Kwar located?
Kwar village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kwar is Bhagehar.
What is the pincode of Kwar?
The pincode of Kwar is 175016.
What is the population of Kwar?
Kwar had a total population of 145, including 52 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Kwar?
Kwar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kwar was 79.34%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 73.49%.