Up Mahal Kanal
Up Mahal Kanal is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 140km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Up Mahal Kanal village. As per 2009 stats, Kedi is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kanal village.
Here you can discover what makes Up Mahal Kanal unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Up Mahal Kanal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Up Mahal Kanal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Up Mahal Kanal is 025815. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173210. Chaupal is nearest town to Up Mahal Kanal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Up Mahal Kanal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Up Mahal Kanal
Population of Up Mahal Kanal
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kanal has a total population of about 222, with approximately 111 males and 111 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.27%, with male literacy at about 76.58% and female literacy near 63.96%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Up Mahal Kanal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Connectivity of Up Mahal Kanal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Up Mahal Kanal. As per the 2011 stats, Up Mahal Kanal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Kanal
Knowing the nearby villages of Up Mahal Kanal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Up Mahal Kanal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Up Mahal Kanal
- Where is Up Mahal Kanal located?
- Up Mahal Kanal village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kanal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Kanal is Kedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Up Mahal Kanal?
- The pincode of Up Mahal Kanal is 173210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Up Mahal Kanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Up Mahal Kanal is 222, with 111 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Up Mahal Kanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kanal village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kanal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kanal is 70.27%. The male literacy rate is 76.58%, while the female literacy rate is 63.96%.