Kella
Kella is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 86km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Kella village. As per 2009 stats, Hartwas is the gram panchayat of Kella village.
Here you can discover what makes Kella unique in its vibrant Chaurah-Chamba region. You’ll see Kella’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 Kella
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kella is 006873. The village spans a total geographical area of 111 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176316. Chamba is nearest town to Kella village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kella 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 Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kella
Population of Kella
According to the 2011 Census, Kella has a total population of about 430, with approximately 224 males and 206 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.44%, with male literacy at about 62.95% and female literacy near 30.58%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kella's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 224 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 204 | 141 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 83 | 143 |
Connectivity of Kella
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kella. As per the 2011 stats, Kella 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 Kella
Knowing the nearby villages of Kella helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kella.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kella
- Where is Kella located?
- Kella village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kella?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kella is Hartwas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kella?
- The pincode of Kella is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kella as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kella is 430, with 224 males and 206 females.
- How many households are there in Kella as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kella village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kella as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kella is 47.44%. The male literacy rate is 62.95%, while the female literacy rate is 30.58%.