Kehlu - Kakira, Chamba
Kehlu is a village situated in the Kakira tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Chamba. Nainikhadd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kehlu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehlu is 007476. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Kehlu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kehlu
According to the 2011 Census, Kehlu village had a total population of 484 people, including 250 males and 234 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.48%, with male literacy at 90.95% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 484 | 250 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 51 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 181 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 69 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kehlu
Kehlu 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 Kehlu
Public transport in the Kehlu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Kehlu 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 Kehlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehlu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kehlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehlu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kehlu
Where is Kehlu located?
Kehlu village is located in Kakira Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kehlu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kehlu is Nainikhadd.
What is the pincode of Kehlu?
The pincode of Kehlu is 176301.
What is the population of Kehlu?
Kehlu had a total population of 484, including 250 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Kehlu?
Kehlu had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehlu was 78.48%. Male literacy was 90.95% and female literacy was 66.67%.