Kalar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kalar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mornu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalar is 007420. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.25 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kalar 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 Kalar
As per Census 2011, Kalar village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 133 males and 117 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 91 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 103 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 30 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kalar
Kalar 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 Kalar
Kalar 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 >10 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 Kalar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kalar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalar
Where is Kalar located?
Kalar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalar is Mornu.
What is the pincode of Kalar?
The pincode of Kalar is 176301.
What is the population of Kalar?
Kalar has a total population of 250, including 133 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Kalar?
There are 48 households in Kalar.
What is the literacy rate in Kalar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalar is 63.60%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 47.86%.