Kakiyana - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kakiyana is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakiyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakiyana is 007473. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.75 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kakiyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakiyana
As per Census 2011, Kakiyana village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 202 males and 233 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakiyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 202 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 159 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 43 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kakiyana
Kakiyana 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 Kakiyana
Kakiyana 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 Dalhousie to Kakiyana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kakiyana is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakiyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakiyana 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 Kakiyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakiyana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakiyana
Where is Kakiyana located?
Kakiyana village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakiyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakiyana is Sherpur.
What is the pincode of Kakiyana?
The pincode of Kakiyana is 176306.
What is the population of Kakiyana?
Kakiyana has a total population of 435, including 202 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Kakiyana?
There are 91 households in Kakiyana.
What is the literacy rate in Kakiyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakiyana is 64.60%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 52.36%.