Kailan - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Kailan is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kailan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailan is 011290. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.47 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Kailan 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 Kailan
According to the 2011 Census, Kailan village had a total population of 205 people, including 91 males and 114 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,253 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.05%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 75.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 205 | 91 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 20 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Kailan
Kailan 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 Kailan
Kailan 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 | 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 Kailan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kailan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kailan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kailan
Where is Kailan located?
Kailan village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kailan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kailan is Paplah.
What is the pincode of Kailan?
The pincode of Kailan is 176086.
What is the population of Kailan?
Kailan had a total population of 205, including 91 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Kailan?
Kailan had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kailan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailan was 83.05%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 75.25%.