Kaulapur - Rakkar, Kangra
Kaulapur is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kaulapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaulapur is 010789. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Kaulapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kaulapur
As per Census 2011, Kaulapur village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 304 males and 337 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaulapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 304 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 69 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 260 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 44 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kaulapur
Kaulapur 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 Kaulapur
Kaulapur 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 Kaulapur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaulapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaulapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kaulapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaulapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaulapur
Where is Kaulapur located?
Kaulapur village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaulapur?
Kaulapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaulapur?
The pincode of Kaulapur is 177034.
What is the population of Kaulapur?
Kaulapur has a total population of 641, including 304 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Kaulapur?
There are 147 households in Kaulapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kaulapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaulapur is 81.59%. Male literacy is 85.53% and female literacy is 78.04%.