Kalol - Kalol, Bilaspur
Kalol is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Bilaspur. Kalol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalol is 019373. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.4 hectares and falls under the 174035 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Kalol 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 Kalol
As per Census 2011, Kalol village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 494 males and 469 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 494 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 67 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 394 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 100 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Kalol
Kalol 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 Kalol
Kalol 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 Kalol is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalol
Where is Kalol located?
Kalol village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalol?
Kalol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalol?
The pincode of Kalol is 174035.
What is the population of Kalol?
Kalol has a total population of 963, including 494 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Kalol?
There are 211 households in Kalol.
What is the literacy rate in Kalol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalol is 75.08%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 70.15%.