Kamal - Ramshahr, Solan
Kamal is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Diggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamal is 020678. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Kamal 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 Kamal
According to the 2011 Census, Kamal village had a total population of 288 people, including 143 males and 145 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 94.35% and female literacy at 72.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 26 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kamal
Kamal 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 Kamal
Kamal 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 Kamal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kamal
Where is Kamal located?
Kamal village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamal is Diggal.
What is the pincode of Kamal?
The pincode of Kamal is 173218.
What is the population of Kamal?
Kamal had a total population of 288, including 143 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Kamal?
Kamal had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamal was 83.27%. Male literacy was 94.35% and female literacy was 72.93%.