Kalowa - Kunihar, Solan
Kalowa is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Solan. Sarli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalowa is 020202. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kalowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Kalowa
According to the 2011 Census, Kalowa village had a total population of 64 people, including 35 males and 29 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.55%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalowa
Kalowa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kalowa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalowa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalowa
Where is Kalowa located?
Kalowa village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalowa is Sarli.
What is the pincode of Kalowa?
The pincode of Kalowa is 173207.
What is the population of Kalowa?
Kalowa had a total population of 64, including 35 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kalowa?
Kalowa had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalowa was 74.55%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 69.23%.