Kaluhi - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Kaluhi is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Solebanehad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaluhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaluhi is 011367. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.06 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kaluhi 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 Kaluhi
According to the 2011 Census, Kaluhi village had a total population of 150 people, including 71 males and 79 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.79%, with male literacy at 96.72% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Kaluhi
Kaluhi 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 Kaluhi
Public transport in the Kaluhi 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 Palampur to Kaluhi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Kaluhi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaluhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaluhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaluhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaluhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaluhi
Where is Kaluhi located?
Kaluhi village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaluhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaluhi is Solebanehad.
What is the pincode of Kaluhi?
The pincode of Kaluhi is 176096.
What is the population of Kaluhi?
Kaluhi had a total population of 150, including 71 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Kaluhi?
Kaluhi had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaluhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaluhi was 87.79%. Male literacy was 96.72% and female literacy was 80.00%.