Kaker - Darlaghat, Solan
Kaker is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Barayali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaker is 020448. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.21 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kaker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaker
According to the 2011 Census, Kaker village had a total population of 33 people, including 17 males and 16 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kaker
Kaker 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 Kaker
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kaker. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kaker.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kaker is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaker village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaker
Where is Kaker located?
Kaker village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaker?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaker is Barayali.
What is the pincode of Kaker?
The pincode of Kaker is 171102.
What is the population of Kaker?
Kaker had a total population of 33, including 17 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Kaker?
Kaker had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaker was 63.64%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 50.00%.