Kilor - Saluni, Chamba
Kilor is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kilod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilor is 007165. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.51 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kilor 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 Kilor
According to the 2011 Census, Kilor village had a total population of 281 people, including 149 males and 132 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.54%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 58.20%.
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 | 281 | 149 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 118 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 31 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kilor
Kilor 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 Kilor
Kilor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chamba to Kilor is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilor 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kilor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kilor
Where is Kilor located?
Kilor village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilor is Kilod.
What is the pincode of Kilor?
The pincode of Kilor is 176320.
What is the population of Kilor?
Kilor had a total population of 281, including 149 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Kilor?
Kilor had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kilor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilor was 73.54%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 58.20%.