D.P.F. Kanas - Nihri, Mandi
D.P.F. Kanas is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bajihan serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Kanas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Kanas is 015635. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Kanas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F. Kanas
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F. Kanas village had a total population of 31 people, including 19 males and 12 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 632 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.96%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 30.00%.
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 | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 14 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Kanas
D.P.F. Kanas 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 D.P.F. Kanas
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the D.P.F. Kanas.
| 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 D.P.F. Kanas is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Kanas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Kanas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in D.P.F. Kanas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Kanas 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 D.P.F. Kanas
Where is D.P.F. Kanas located?
D.P.F. Kanas village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F. Kanas?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Kanas is Bajihan.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Kanas?
The pincode of D.P.F. Kanas is 175038.
What is the population of D.P.F. Kanas?
D.P.F. Kanas had a total population of 31, including 19 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Kanas?
D.P.F. Kanas had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Kanas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Kanas was 62.96%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 30.00%.