D.P.F.Karangal - Nihri, Mandi
D.P.F.Karangal is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Saujha serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F.Karangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F.Karangal is 015606. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 175009 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
D.P.F.Karangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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.Karangal
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F.Karangal village had a total population of 148 people, including 73 males and 75 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.77%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 68.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F.Karangal
D.P.F.Karangal 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.Karangal
Public transport in the D.P.F.Karangal 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 D.P.F.Karangal is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F.Karangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F.Karangal 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 D.P.F.Karangal
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.Karangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D.P.F.Karangal
Where is D.P.F.Karangal located?
D.P.F.Karangal village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of D.P.F.Karangal?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F.Karangal is Saujha.
What is the pincode of D.P.F.Karangal?
The pincode of D.P.F.Karangal is 175009.
What is the population of D.P.F.Karangal?
D.P.F.Karangal had a total population of 148, including 73 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F.Karangal?
D.P.F.Karangal had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F.Karangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F.Karangal was 71.77%. Male literacy was 75.41% and female literacy was 68.25%.