Pulga and Kalga Villages are small villages near Barshaini, reached by short walks, known for their homestays, cafés and thick forests often referred to as “Fairy Forest” by travellers. Wooden houses with slate roofs sit among apple orchards, and walking paths lead into dark, mossy cedar forests full of ferns and mushrooms. Compared to Kasol, these hamlets feel more laid-back and close to nature; many visitors stay here long-term to read, write, or work remotely while being surrounded by birds, trees and mountain silence.
About this place
History & highlights
Historically, Pulga, Kalga and nearby hamlets were part of the same traditional farming–grazing economy as the rest of Parvati valley, with people moving livestock to higher pastures in summer. As Kheerganga and Tosh treks gained popularity, travellers discovered these side villages and promoted them as quieter alternatives to Kasol. Over the last decade, cheap homestays, cafés and “creative retreats” increased, bringing income but also waste and lifestyle changes. Some local deities and panchayats have expressed concern over drug culture and disrespect for rituals, and there are ongoing conversations about setting rules similar to Malana’s but less strict. In this way, Pulga and Kalga represent the new frontier: places still more village than resort, but rapidly evolving because of their connection to Kasol’s tourist circuit.
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