Up Mahal Kandal
Up Mahal Kandal is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 146km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Up Mahal Kandal village. As per 2009 stats, Dhannat is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kandal village.
Here you can discover what makes Up Mahal Kandal unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Up Mahal Kandal’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 Kandal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Up Mahal Kandal is 025913. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Up Mahal Kandal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Up Mahal Kandal 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 Kandal
Population of Up Mahal Kandal
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kandal has a total population of about 189, with approximately 103 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 834 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 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 69.84%, with male literacy at about 82.52% and female literacy near 54.65%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Up Mahal Kandal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 103 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 132 | 85 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Connectivity of Up Mahal Kandal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Up Mahal Kandal. As per the 2011 stats, Up Mahal Kandal 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 Kandal
Knowing the nearby villages of Up Mahal Kandal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Up Mahal Kandal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Up Mahal Kandal
- Where is Up Mahal Kandal located?
- Up Mahal Kandal village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kandal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Kandal is Dhannat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Up Mahal Kandal?
- The pincode of Up Mahal Kandal is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Up Mahal Kandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Up Mahal Kandal is 189, with 103 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Up Mahal Kandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kandal village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kandal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kandal is 69.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.52%, while the female literacy rate is 54.65%.