Kalehar - Dadasiba, Kangra
Kalehar is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from Dharmsala. Dadasiba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalehar is 010700. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.57 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Kalehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalehar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalehar village had a total population of 519 people, including 269 males and 250 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.20%, with male literacy at 95.78% and female literacy at 82.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 519 | 269 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 86 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 227 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 42 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kalehar
Kalehar 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 Kalehar
Kalehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharmsala to Kalehar is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kalehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kalehar
Where is Kalehar located?
Kalehar village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalehar is Dadasiba.
What is the pincode of Kalehar?
The pincode of Kalehar is 177106.
What is the population of Kalehar?
Kalehar had a total population of 519, including 269 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Kalehar?
Kalehar had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalehar was 89.20%. Male literacy was 95.78% and female literacy was 82.30%.