Kamand - Nihri, Mandi
Kamand is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dumat Behali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamand is 015566. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.4 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kamand 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 Kamand
According to the 2011 Census, Kamand village had a total population of 448 people, including 234 males and 214 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.55%, with male literacy at 89.00% and female literacy at 65.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 448 | 234 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 178 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 56 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kamand
Kamand 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 Kamand
Kamand 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 >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 Kamand is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamand 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamand 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kamand
Where is Kamand located?
Kamand village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamand?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamand is Dumat Behali.
What is the pincode of Kamand?
The pincode of Kamand is 175031.
What is the population of Kamand?
Kamand had a total population of 448, including 234 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Kamand?
Kamand had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamand was 77.55%. Male literacy was 89.00% and female literacy was 65.63%.