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
As per Census 2011, Kalar Bala village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 22 males and 18 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 11 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalar Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 40, including 22 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Kalar Bala?
There are 9 households in Kalar Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Kalar Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalar Bala is 72.50%. Male literacy is 86.36% and female literacy is 55.56%.