Mool Kihar - Saluni, Chamba
Mool Kihar is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Dand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mool Kihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mool Kihar is 007160. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.16 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Mool Kihar 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 Mool Kihar
As per Census 2011, Mool Kihar village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 172 males and 122 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 709 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mool Kihar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 172 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 154 | 117 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Mool Kihar
Mool Kihar 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 Mool Kihar
Mool Kihar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mool Kihar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Mool Kihar is about 65 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 Mool Kihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mool Kihar 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 Mool Kihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mool Kihar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mool Kihar
Where is Mool Kihar located?
Mool Kihar village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mool Kihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mool Kihar is Dand.
What is the pincode of Mool Kihar?
The pincode of Mool Kihar is 176320.
What is the population of Mool Kihar?
Mool Kihar has a total population of 294, including 172 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Mool Kihar?
There are 52 households in Mool Kihar.
What is the literacy rate in Mool Kihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mool Kihar is 52.38%. Male literacy is 68.02% and female literacy is 30.33%.