Kaloya
Kaloya is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kaloya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaloya unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kaloya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaloya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaloya is 030706. The village spans a total geographical area of 183 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144203. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Kaloya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kaloya
Population of Kaloya
According to the 2011 Census, Kaloya has a total population of about 1,170, with approximately 574 males and 596 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 851 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.38%, with male literacy at about 81.36% and female literacy near 75.50%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaloya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,170 | 574 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 77 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 415 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 917 | 467 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 107 | 146 |
Connectivity of Kaloya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaloya. As per the 2011 stats, Kaloya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaloya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaloya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaloya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaloya
- Where is Kaloya located?
- Kaloya village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaloya?
- Kaloya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaloya?
- The pincode of Kaloya is 144203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaloya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaloya is 1,170, with 574 males and 596 females.
- How many households are there in Kaloya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaloya village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaloya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaloya is 78.38%. The male literacy rate is 81.36%, while the female literacy rate is 75.50%.