Kohala - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Kohala is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohala is 011296. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.05 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Kohala 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 Kohala
According to the 2011 Census, Kohala village had a total population of 133 people, including 65 males and 68 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.25%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kohala
Kohala 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 Kohala
Kohala 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 Kohala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kohala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohala 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kohala
Where is Kohala located?
Kohala village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kohala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohala is Kotlu.
What is the pincode of Kohala?
The pincode of Kohala is 176096.
What is the population of Kohala?
Kohala had a total population of 133, including 65 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kohala?
Kohala had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohala was 85.25%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 78.13%.