Up Mahal Kanda
Up Mahal Kanda is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 152km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Up Mahal Kanda village. As per 2009 stats, Kiran Bp is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Up Mahal Kanda unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Up Mahal Kanda’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 Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Up Mahal Kanda is 025694. The village spans a total geographical area of 4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Up Mahal Kanda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Up Mahal Kanda 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 Kanda
Population of Up Mahal Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kanda has a total population of about 90, with approximately 50 males and 40 females. The sex ratio is around 800 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 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 72.22%, with male literacy at about 76.00% and female literacy near 67.50%. There are around 15 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Up Mahal Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
Connectivity of Up Mahal Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Up Mahal Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Up Mahal Kanda 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 Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Up Mahal Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Up Mahal Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Up Mahal Kanda
- Where is Up Mahal Kanda located?
- Up Mahal Kanda village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Kanda is Kiran Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Up Mahal Kanda?
- The pincode of Up Mahal Kanda is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Up Mahal Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Up Mahal Kanda is 90, with 50 males and 40 females.
- How many households are there in Up Mahal Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kanda village has a total of 15 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kanda is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 67.50%.