Chilla - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Chilla is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kachauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilla is 019815. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Chilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilla
According to the 2011 Census, Chilla village had a total population of 527 people, including 265 males and 262 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.10%, with male literacy at 92.21% and female literacy at 71.81%.
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 | 527 | 265 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 213 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 52 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Chilla
Chilla 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 Chilla
Chilla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Chilla is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilla 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 Chilla
Where is Chilla located?
Chilla village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chilla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilla is Kachauli.
What is the pincode of Chilla?
The pincode of Chilla is 174001.
What is the population of Chilla?
Chilla had a total population of 527, including 265 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Chilla?
Chilla had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilla was 82.10%. Male literacy was 92.21% and female literacy was 71.81%.