Kalru Kalan
Kalru Kalan is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Kalru Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Kathog is the gram panchayat of Kalru Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalru Kalan unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Kalru Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalru Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalru Kalan is 010429. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177101. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Kalru Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kalru Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalru Kalan
Population of Kalru Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kalru Kalan has a total population of about 325, with approximately 164 males and 161 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.31%, with male literacy at about 85.37% and female literacy near 75.16%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalru Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 164 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 261 | 140 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Connectivity of Kalru Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalru Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kalru Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalru Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalru Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalru Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalru Kalan
- Where is Kalru Kalan located?
- Kalru Kalan village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalru Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalru Kalan is Kathog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalru Kalan?
- The pincode of Kalru Kalan is 177101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalru Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalru Kalan is 325, with 164 males and 161 females.
- How many households are there in Kalru Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalru Kalan village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalru Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalru Kalan is 80.31%. The male literacy rate is 85.37%, while the female literacy rate is 75.16%.