Kao - Tikken, Mandi
Kao is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Mandi. Barot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kao village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kao is 012994. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.55 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Kao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kao
According to the 2011 Census, Kao village had a total population of 236 people, including 103 males and 133 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,291 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 88.04% and female literacy at 56.20%.
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 | 236 | 103 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 22 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kao
Kao 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 Kao
Public transport in the Kao 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 Kao is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kao 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 Kao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kao 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 Kao
Where is Kao located?
Kao village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kao?
The Gram Panchayat of Kao is Barot.
What is the pincode of Kao?
The pincode of Kao is 175013.
What is the population of Kao?
Kao had a total population of 236, including 103 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Kao?
Kao had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kao was 69.95%. Male literacy was 88.04% and female literacy was 56.20%.