Okal - Nihri, Mandi
Okal is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Rohanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Okal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okal is 015536. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.67 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Okal 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 Okal
As per Census 2011, Okal village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 167 males and 183 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Okal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 167 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 36 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Okal
Okal 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 Okal
Public transport in the Okal 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 Okal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okal 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 Okal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Okal
Where is Okal located?
Okal village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okal?
The Gram Panchayat of Okal is Rohanda.
What is the pincode of Okal?
The pincode of Okal is 175031.
What is the population of Okal?
Okal has a total population of 350, including 167 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Okal?
There are 72 households in Okal.
What is the literacy rate in Okal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okal is 71.43%. Male literacy is 78.44% and female literacy is 65.03%.