Kalah - Holi, Chamba
Kalah is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuthehd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalah is 008133. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.4 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kalah 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 Kalah
According to the 2011 Census, Kalah village had a total population of 75 people, including 40 males and 35 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kalah
Kalah 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 Kalah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalah.
| 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 Kalah is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalah 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 Kalah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalah 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 Kalah
Where is Kalah located?
Kalah village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalah?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalah is Kuthehd.
What is the pincode of Kalah?
The pincode of Kalah is 176326.
What is the population of Kalah?
Kalah had a total population of 75, including 40 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kalah?
Kalah had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalah was 56.25%. Male literacy was 64.71% and female literacy was 46.67%.