Kalju

Kalju is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Kalju village. As per 2009 stats, Dharampur is the gram panchayat of Kalju village.

Kalju has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Kalju

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalju is 024915. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171201. Theog is nearest town to Kalju village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kalju 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 Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Kalju

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 207 103 104
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 9 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 39 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 2 4
Literate Population 152 86 66
Illiterate Population 55 17 38

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

  • The total population of Kalju village is around 207, including approximately 103 males and 104 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Kalju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalju village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalju village is about 73.43%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 63.46%.
  • There are around 46 households in Kalju village.

Connectivity of Kalju

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalju

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalju

Where is Kalju located?
Kalju village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalju is Dharampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalju?
The pincode of Kalju is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalju is 207, with 103 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kalju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalju village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalju is 73.43%. The male literacy rate is 83.50%, while the female literacy rate is 63.46%.