Kalun - Chaupal, Shimla
Kalun is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalun is 025472. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Kalun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalun
According to the 2011 Census, Kalun village had a total population of 190 people, including 97 males and 93 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 83.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 7 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kalun
Kalun 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 Kalun
Public transport in the Kalun is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kalun is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalun
Where is Kalun located?
Kalun village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalun is Nanahar.
What is the pincode of Kalun?
The pincode of Kalun is 171211.
What is the population of Kalun?
Kalun had a total population of 190, including 97 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Kalun?
Kalun had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalun was 85.37%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 83.78%.