Kiari - Shahpur, Kangra
Kiari is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kairi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiari is 009395. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.05 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Kiari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiari
As per Census 2011, Kiari village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 416 males and 448 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 416 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 157 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 328 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 88 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Kiari
Kiari 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 Kiari
Kiari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kiari is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kiari
Where is Kiari located?
Kiari village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiari is Kairi.
What is the pincode of Kiari?
The pincode of Kiari is 176206.
What is the population of Kiari?
Kiari has a total population of 864, including 416 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Kiari?
There are 196 households in Kiari.
What is the literacy rate in Kiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiari is 76.62%. Male literacy is 78.85% and female literacy is 74.55%.