Kadon - Kasauli, Solan
Kadon is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadon is 021652. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.76 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Kadon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadon
According to the 2011 Census, Kadon village had a total population of 129 people, including 68 males and 61 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.67%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 88.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kadon
Kadon 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 Kadon
Kadon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kadon.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kadon is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadon 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 Kadon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kadon
Where is Kadon located?
Kadon village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadon is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Kadon?
The pincode of Kadon is 173209.
What is the population of Kadon?
Kadon had a total population of 129, including 68 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kadon?
Kadon had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadon was 91.67%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 88.68%.