Kheldhar - Thunag, Mandi
Kheldhar is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheldhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheldhar is 015142. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.61 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kheldhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kheldhar
As per Census 2011, Kheldhar village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 151 males and 148 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kheldhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 151 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 107 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 44 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Kheldhar
Kheldhar 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 Kheldhar
Public transport in the Kheldhar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kheldhar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheldhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kheldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheldhar 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 Kheldhar
Where is Kheldhar located?
Kheldhar village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheldhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheldhar is Jhundi.
What is the pincode of Kheldhar?
The pincode of Kheldhar is 175048.
What is the population of Kheldhar?
Kheldhar has a total population of 299, including 151 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Kheldhar?
There are 71 households in Kheldhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kheldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheldhar is 59.87%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 48.65%.