Kalth - Parwanoo, Solan
Kalth is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Solan. Bhojnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalth is 021711. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Kalth 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 Kalth
As per Census 2011, Kalth village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 94 males and 80 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 28 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kalth
Kalth 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 Kalth
Kalth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kalth is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalth
Where is Kalth located?
Kalth village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalth is Bhojnagar.
What is the pincode of Kalth?
The pincode of Kalth is 173220.
What is the population of Kalth?
Kalth has a total population of 174, including 94 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kalth?
There are 34 households in Kalth.
What is the literacy rate in Kalth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalth is 66.09%. Male literacy is 70.21% and female literacy is 61.25%.