Kalhot - Junga, Shimla
Kalhot is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Janedghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalhot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalhot is 024875. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.01 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Kalhot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalhot
As per Census 2011, Kalhot village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 109 males and 105 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalhot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kalhot
Kalhot 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 Kalhot
Kalhot 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 >10 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 Kalhot is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalhot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalhot 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 Kalhot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalhot 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 Kalhot
Where is Kalhot located?
Kalhot village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalhot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalhot is Janedghat.
What is the pincode of Kalhot?
The pincode of Kalhot is 171218.
What is the population of Kalhot?
Kalhot has a total population of 214, including 109 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Kalhot?
There are 32 households in Kalhot.
What is the literacy rate in Kalhot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalhot is 73.83%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 68.57%.