Kahru - Jaswan, Kangra
Kahru is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Tipri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahru is 010674. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.07 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Kahru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahru
According to the 2011 Census, Kahru village had a total population of 214 people, including 109 males and 105 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.77%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 87.88%.
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 | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kahru
Kahru 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 Kahru
Kahru 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 Kahru is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kahru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahru 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 Kahru
Where is Kahru located?
Kahru village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kahru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahru is Tipri.
What is the pincode of Kahru?
The pincode of Kahru is 177112.
What is the population of Kahru?
Kahru had a total population of 214, including 109 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Kahru?
Kahru had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kahru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahru was 90.77%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 87.88%.