Chalag
About Chalag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalag village is 019034. Chalag village is located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Chalag village. As per 2009 stats, Bhulswai is the gram panchayat of Chalag village.
The total geographical area of village is 38.75 hectares. Chalag has a total population of 341 peoples, out of which male population is 172 while female population is 169. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 982 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalag village is 80.06% out of which 83.14% males and 76.92% females are literate. There are about 74 houses in chalag village. Pincode of chalag village locality is 174026.
When it comes to administration, Chalag village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chalag village comes under Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Ghumarwin is nearest town to chalag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chalag
The population details of Chalag cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 172 | 169 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29 | 20 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 190 | 99 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 273 | 143 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Connectivity of Chalag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chalag
Where is Chalag located?
Chalag village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalag?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalag is Bhulswai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalag?
The pincode of Chalag is 174026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalag is 341, with 172 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Chalag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalag village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalag is 80.06%. The male literacy rate is 83.14%, while the female literacy rate is 76.92%.