Kalhera - Alampur, Kangra
Kalhera is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Dharmsala. Sakoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalhera is 011319. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.38 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Kalhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalhera
As per Census 2011, Kalhera village has a total population of 64 people, consisting of 23 males and 41 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,782 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 16 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kalhera
Kalhera 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 Kalhera
Kalhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Kalhera is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalhera 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 Kalhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalhera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalhera
Where is Kalhera located?
Kalhera village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalhera is Sakoh.
What is the pincode of Kalhera?
The pincode of Kalhera is 176097.
What is the population of Kalhera?
Kalhera has a total population of 64, including 23 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kalhera?
There are 17 households in Kalhera.
What is the literacy rate in Kalhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalhera is 75.00%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 73.17%.