Kalawan - Kasauli, Solan
Kalawan is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalawan is 021649. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.86 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Kalawan 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 Kalawan
According to the 2011 Census, Kalawan village had a total population of 49 people, including 28 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 72.22%.
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 | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kalawan
Kalawan 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 Kalawan
Kalawan 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 Kalawan.
| 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 Kalawan is about 15 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 Kalawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalawan 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 Kalawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalawan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kalawan
Where is Kalawan located?
Kalawan village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalawan is Chewa.
What is the pincode of Kalawan?
The pincode of Kalawan is 173209.
What is the population of Kalawan?
Kalawan had a total population of 49, including 28 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Kalawan?
Kalawan had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalawan was 85.37%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 72.22%.