Khumba - Pangna, Mandi
Khumba is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Mandi. Jhungi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khumba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khumba is 015736. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.44 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Khumba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Khumba
According to the 2011 Census, Khumba village had a total population of 66 people, including 35 males and 31 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 67.74%.
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 | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Khumba
Khumba 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 Khumba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khumba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Khumba is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khumba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khumba 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 Khumba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khumba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khumba
Where is Khumba located?
Khumba village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khumba?
The Gram Panchayat of Khumba is Jhungi.
What is the pincode of Khumba?
The pincode of Khumba is 175031.
What is the population of Khumba?
Khumba had a total population of 66, including 35 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Khumba?
Khumba had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khumba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khumba was 82.81%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 67.74%.