Kala Amb, located in Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, is one of the state’s most important industrial hubs. Strategically positioned near the Haryana border, it has developed into a center for steel manufacturing, packaging industries, and cement-related trading. Its proximity to Paonta Sahib and good road connectivity make it a preferred industrial destination for investors and visitors. About
Kala Amb is an industrial hub in Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, known for steel, packaging, and cement-based units.
Description
Established as an industrial area in 1991, Kala Amb houses over 130 units in steel rolling, packaging (corrugated boxes, paper products), and cement-related sectors. It serves as an important industrial corridor connecting Himachal with Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Punjab.
Speciality
Large steel production (ingots, TMT bars, structural steel)
Corrugated packaging and paper products
Cement trading
Excellent location near Paonta Sahib
Address
Kala Amb Industrial Area, Trilokpur Road, Kala Amb, District Sirmour, Himachal Pradesh – 173030
Location (Longitude & Latitude)
30.510° N, 77.206° E
Visiting Timings
Monday–Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday/Public Holidays: Limited activity
Traveling Facilities
By Road: Connected via NH‑72 to Nahan, Paonta Sahib, Ambala, Chandigarh
By Rail: Nearest operational – Ambala Cantt; proposed Jagadhri–Paonta Sahib–Kala Amb line pending
By Air: Nearest airports – Chandigarh (~85 km), Dehradun (~120 km)
Food Facilities
Local dhabas and canteens in industrial area
Restaurants and better dining options in Paonta Sahib and Nahan
Stay Facilities
Basic lodges in Kala Amb
Hotels and guesthouses in Paonta Sahib & Nahan
Nearby Visiting Places
Paonta Sahib Gurudwara (15 km)
Trilokpur Temple (10 km)
Giri River & surrounding hills
Darlaghat Cement Plant area (~40 km)
Nearby Railway Station
Ambala Cantt (operational)
Jagadhri–Paonta Sahib–Kala Amb (proposed)
Nearby Airport
Chandigarh Airport (~85 km)
Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (~120 km)
Nearby Bus Station
Kala Amb Bus Stand (local)
Paonta Sahib Bus Stand (major connectivity)
Bus Routes to Industry
Direct buses from Paonta Sahib, Nahan, Chandigarh, Ambala
Train Routes to Industry
No direct rail yet; travel via Ambala Cantt or Chandigarh, then road
Air Ways to Industry
Fly to Chandigarh or Dehradun → taxi/bus to Kala Amb
Preferable Visiting Season
September – March (pleasant weather)
Nearby Shopping – Famous For
Corrugated packaging products
Paper products
Himachali handicrafts, spices from Paonta Sahib/Nahan
Kala Amb stands as a key industrial gateway of Himachal Pradesh, driving growth through its steel, packaging, and cement-based industries. With its strategic location, good connectivity, and proximity to cultural and scenic attractions, it offers visitors an insightful industrial experience along with a touch of Himachali heritage.
