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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kalhera village had a total population of 64 people, including 23 males and 41 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.08%.
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 | 64 | 23 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 64, including 23 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kalhera?
Kalhera had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalhera was 87.27%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.08%.