Up Mahal Kandi
Up Mahal Kandi is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 145km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Up Mahal Kandi village. As per 2009 stats, Halaou is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Up Mahal Kandi unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Up Mahal Kandi’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 Kandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Up Mahal Kandi is 025850. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Up Mahal Kandi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Up Mahal Kandi 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 Kandi
Population of Up Mahal Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kandi has a total population of about 218, with approximately 119 males and 99 females. The sex ratio is around 831 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 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 65.60%, with male literacy at about 73.95% and female literacy near 55.56%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Up Mahal Kandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 119 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 143 | 88 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 31 | 44 |
Connectivity of Up Mahal Kandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Up Mahal Kandi. As per the 2011 stats, Up Mahal Kandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Kandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Up Mahal Kandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Up Mahal Kandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Up Mahal Kandi
- Where is Up Mahal Kandi located?
- Up Mahal Kandi village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Kandi is Halaou (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Up Mahal Kandi?
- The pincode of Up Mahal Kandi is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Up Mahal Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Up Mahal Kandi is 218, with 119 males and 99 females.
- How many households are there in Up Mahal Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kandi village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kandi is 65.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.95%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.