Kailu - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Kailu is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Shimla. Manju Dabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kailu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailu is 024736. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kailu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kailu
According to the 2011 Census, Kailu village had a total population of 89 people, including 52 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.25%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kailu
Kailu 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 Kailu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kailu.
| 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 Shimla to Kailu is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kailu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kailu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kailu
Where is Kailu located?
Kailu village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kailu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kailu is Manju Dabri.
What is the pincode of Kailu?
The pincode of Kailu is 171001.
What is the population of Kailu?
Kailu had a total population of 89, including 52 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kailu?
Kailu had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kailu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailu was 80.25%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 77.78%.