Kalon - Padhar, Mandi
Kalon is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dlah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalon is 013097. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.52 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Kalon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalon
According to the 2011 Census, Kalon village had a total population of 91 people, including 47 males and 44 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Kalon
Kalon 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 Kalon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kalon.
| 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 Mandi to Kalon is about 35 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 Kalon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalon 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 Kalon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalon 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kalon
Where is Kalon located?
Kalon village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalon is Dlah.
What is the pincode of Kalon?
The pincode of Kalon is 175012.
What is the population of Kalon?
Kalon had a total population of 91, including 47 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kalon?
Kalon had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalon was 84.21%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 74.36%.