Kalon - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Kalon is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Almora and around 35 km from Almora. Kalon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalon is 052874. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.53 hectares and falls under the 263624 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kalon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kalon
According to the 2011 Census, Kalon village had a total population of 416 people, including 213 males and 203 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 70.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 416 | 213 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 173 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 40 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kalon
Kalon 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 Kalon
Kalon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Almora to Kalon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalon
Where is Kalon located?
Kalon village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalon?
Kalon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalon?
The pincode of Kalon is 263624.
What is the population of Kalon?
Kalon had a total population of 416, including 213 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Kalon?
Kalon had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalon was 81.40%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 70.88%.