Kehrian - Jawali, Kangra
Kehrian is a village situated in the Jawali tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kehrian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehrian is 009117. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.06 hectares and falls under the 176023 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Kehrian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kehrian
As per Census 2011, Kehrian village has a total population of 2,123 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 1,051 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,762 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kehrian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,123 | 1,072 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 209 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,762 | 933 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 139 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Kehrian
Kehrian 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 Kehrian
Kehrian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kehrian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kehrian is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehrian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehrian 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 Kehrian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehrian 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kehrian
Where is Kehrian located?
Kehrian village is located in Jawali Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kehrian?
Kehrian is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kehrian?
The pincode of Kehrian is 176023.
What is the population of Kehrian?
Kehrian has a total population of 2,123, including 1,072 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Kehrian?
There are 477 households in Kehrian.
What is the literacy rate in Kehrian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehrian is 83.00%. Male literacy is 87.03% and female literacy is 78.88%.