Kalar Bala - Darlaghat, Solan
Kalar Bala is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Daseran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalar Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalar Bala is 020414. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.94 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kalar Bala 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 Kalar Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Kalar Bala village had a total population of 40 people, including 22 males and 18 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.29%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kalar Bala
Kalar Bala 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 Kalar Bala
Kalar Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Kalar Bala is about 85 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 Kalar Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalar Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalar Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalar Bala 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 Kalar Bala
Where is Kalar Bala located?
Kalar Bala village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalar Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalar Bala is Daseran.
What is the pincode of Kalar Bala?
The pincode of Kalar Bala is 173235.
What is the population of Kalar Bala?
Kalar Bala had a total population of 40, including 22 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Kalar Bala?
Kalar Bala had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalar Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalar Bala was 85.29%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.