Kalkher

Kalkher is a village located in Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Baldwara. Baldwara is the sub-district headquarter of Kalkher village. As per 2009 stats, Patri Ghat Gpr is the gram panchayat of Kalkher village.

Kalkher has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kalkher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkher is 014123. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175023. Rawalsar is nearest town to Kalkher village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kalkher village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kalkher

Below is a concise population overview of Kalkher as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 405 212 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 27 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 136 73 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 297 165 132
Illiterate Population 108 47 61

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkher village:

  • The total population of Kalkher village is around 405, including approximately 212 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalkher village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalkher village is about 73.33%, with male literacy at 77.83% and female literacy at 68.39%.
  • There are around 80 households in Kalkher village.

Connectivity of Kalkher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkher. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalkher

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkher.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkher

Where is Kalkher located?
Kalkher village is situated in Baldwara Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkher?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalkher is Patri Ghat Gpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalkher?
The pincode of Kalkher is 175023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalkher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkher is 405, with 212 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kalkher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalkher village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkher is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 77.83%, while the female literacy rate is 68.39%.