Kandhi-I - Nihri, Mandi
Kandhi-I is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhungi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhi-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhi-I is 015721. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.41 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kandhi-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhi-I
As per Census 2011, Kandhi-I village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 59 males and 76 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,288 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandhi-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 10 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhi-I
Kandhi-I 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 Kandhi-I
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kandhi-I.
| 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 Kandhi-I is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhi-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhi-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandhi-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhi-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandhi-I
Where is Kandhi-I located?
Kandhi-I village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhi-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhi-I is Jhungi.
What is the pincode of Kandhi-I?
The pincode of Kandhi-I is 175038.
What is the population of Kandhi-I?
Kandhi-I has a total population of 135, including 59 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Kandhi-I?
There are 41 households in Kandhi-I.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhi-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhi-I is 71.11%. Male literacy is 83.05% and female literacy is 61.84%.