Khugraon - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Khugraon is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhalana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khugraon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khugraon is 014368. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.26 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Khugraon 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 Khugraon
As per Census 2011, Khugraon village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 58 males and 59 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khugraon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Khugraon
Khugraon 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 Khugraon
Khugraon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khugraon is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khugraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khugraon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khugraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khugraon 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 Khugraon
Where is Khugraon located?
Khugraon village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khugraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khugraon is Bhalana.
What is the pincode of Khugraon?
The pincode of Khugraon is 175031.
What is the population of Khugraon?
Khugraon has a total population of 117, including 58 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Khugraon?
There are 25 households in Khugraon.
What is the literacy rate in Khugraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khugraon is 72.65%. Male literacy is 77.59% and female literacy is 67.80%.