Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) - Nerwa, Shimla
Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 146 km from Shimla. Dhannat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is 025913. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.24 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)
As per Census 2011, Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) village has a total population of 189 people, consisting of 103 males and 86 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 103 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 85 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)
Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) 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 Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)
Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)
Where is Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) located?
Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is Dhannat.
What is the pincode of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)?
The pincode of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is 171210.
What is the population of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)?
Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) has a total population of 189, including 103 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)?
There are 37 households in Up Mahal Kandal (168/1).
What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kandal (168/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Mahal Kandal (168/1) is 69.84%. Male literacy is 82.52% and female literacy is 54.65%.