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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kohala village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 65 males and 68 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 133, including 65 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kohala?
There are 33 households in Kohala.
What is the literacy rate in Kohala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohala is 78.20%. Male literacy is 83.08% and female literacy is 73.53%.