Kholi Kufar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kholi Kufar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Osal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholi Kufar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholi Kufar is 007456. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.32 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kholi Kufar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Kholi Kufar
According to the 2011 Census, Kholi Kufar village had a total population of 146 people, including 68 males and 78 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.52%, with male literacy at 89.83% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 63 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 15 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kholi Kufar
Kholi Kufar 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 Kholi Kufar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kholi Kufar.
| 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 Kholi Kufar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kholi Kufar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholi Kufar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholi Kufar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kholi Kufar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholi Kufar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kholi Kufar
Where is Kholi Kufar located?
Kholi Kufar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kholi Kufar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholi Kufar is Osal.
What is the pincode of Kholi Kufar?
The pincode of Kholi Kufar is 176303.
What is the population of Kholi Kufar?
Kholi Kufar had a total population of 146, including 68 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kholi Kufar?
Kholi Kufar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kholi Kufar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholi Kufar was 72.52%. Male literacy was 89.83% and female literacy was 58.33%.