Kamrau - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Kamrau is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kamrau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamrau is 023419. The village covers a total geographical area of 906.97 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Kamrau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamrau
As per Census 2011, Kamrau village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 1,059 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamrau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,158 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 127 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 170 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 845 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 313 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Kamrau
Kamrau 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 Kamrau
Kamrau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nahan to Kamrau is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamrau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamrau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamrau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamrau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamrau
Where is Kamrau located?
Kamrau village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamrau?
Kamrau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kamrau?
The pincode of Kamrau is 173029.
What is the population of Kamrau?
Kamrau has a total population of 2,217, including 1,158 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Kamrau?
There are 355 households in Kamrau.
What is the literacy rate in Kamrau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamrau is 65.31%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 56.94%.