Kalouns - Dharwala, Chamba
Kalouns is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Chamba. Baloth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalouns village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalouns is 007900. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.48 hectares and falls under the 176318 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kalouns village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalouns
According to the 2011 Census, Kalouns village had a total population of 209 people, including 106 males and 103 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.66%, with male literacy at 58.54% and female literacy at 34.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 58 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kalouns
Kalouns 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 Kalouns
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalouns.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Kalouns is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalouns
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalouns 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 Kalouns
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalouns 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalouns
Where is Kalouns located?
Kalouns village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalouns?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalouns is Baloth.
What is the pincode of Kalouns?
The pincode of Kalouns is 176318.
What is the population of Kalouns?
Kalouns had a total population of 209, including 106 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kalouns?
Kalouns had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalouns?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalouns was 45.66%. Male literacy was 58.54% and female literacy was 34.07%.