Kandyol - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Kandyol is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandyol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandyol is 013896. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.27 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Kandyol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandyol
According to the 2011 Census, Kandyol village had a total population of 130 people, including 61 males and 69 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 77.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 5 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kandyol
Kandyol 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 Kandyol
Kandyol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kandyol is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandyol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandyol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandyol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandyol 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandyol
Where is Kandyol located?
Kandyol village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandyol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandyol is Paplog.
What is the pincode of Kandyol?
The pincode of Kandyol is 175024.
What is the population of Kandyol?
Kandyol had a total population of 130, including 61 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kandyol?
Kandyol had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandyol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandyol was 85.04%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 77.61%.