Kallar - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Kallar is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Malangan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kallar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallar is 019279. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Talai is the nearest town.
Kallar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kallar
As per Census 2011, Kallar village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 246 males and 215 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 246 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 182 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 64 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kallar
Kallar 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 Kallar
Kallar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Kallar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kallar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kallar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kallar
Where is Kallar located?
Kallar village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallar is Malangan.
What is the pincode of Kallar?
The pincode of Kallar is 174001.
What is the population of Kallar?
Kallar has a total population of 461, including 246 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Kallar?
There are 89 households in Kallar.
What is the literacy rate in Kallar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallar is 71.37%. Male literacy is 73.98% and female literacy is 68.37%.