Khalaihal - Tikken, Mandi
Khalaihal is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Mandi. Khalehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalaihal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalaihal is 012987. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.29 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Khalaihal 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 Khalaihal
According to the 2011 Census, Khalaihal village had a total population of 306 people, including 158 males and 148 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.09%, with male literacy at 79.86% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 306 | 158 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 111 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 47 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Khalaihal
Khalaihal 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 Khalaihal
Khalaihal 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 5-10 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 Khalaihal is about 75 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 Khalaihal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalaihal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalaihal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalaihal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalaihal
Where is Khalaihal located?
Khalaihal village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalaihal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalaihal is Khalehal.
What is the pincode of Khalaihal?
The pincode of Khalaihal is 175013.
What is the population of Khalaihal?
Khalaihal had a total population of 306, including 158 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Khalaihal?
Khalaihal had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalaihal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalaihal was 64.09%. Male literacy was 79.86% and female literacy was 45.83%.