Kohana - Dhira, Kangra
Kohana is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhira and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dharmsala. Kuhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohana is 011193. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.5 hectares and falls under the 176101 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Kohana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohana
As per Census 2011, Kohana village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 127 males and 137 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 127 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kohana
Kohana 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 Kohana
Kohana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kohana is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kohana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kohana
Where is Kohana located?
Kohana village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohana is Kuhana.
What is the pincode of Kohana?
The pincode of Kohana is 176101.
What is the population of Kohana?
Kohana has a total population of 264, including 127 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kohana?
There are 67 households in Kohana.
What is the literacy rate in Kohana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohana is 79.92%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 78.10%.