Khalwan - Thachi, Mandi
Khalwan is a village situated in the Thachi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Mandi. Thachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalwan is 014968. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Khalwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khalwan
According to the 2011 Census, Khalwan village had a total population of 628 people, including 332 males and 296 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.82%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 59.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 628 | 332 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 255 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 77 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Khalwan
Khalwan 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 Khalwan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khalwan.
| 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 Khalwan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalwan 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 Khalwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalwan 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 Khalwan
Where is Khalwan located?
Khalwan village is located in Thachi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalwan is Thachi.
What is the pincode of Khalwan?
The pincode of Khalwan is 175106.
What is the population of Khalwan?
Khalwan had a total population of 628, including 332 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Khalwan?
Khalwan had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalwan was 74.82%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 59.84%.