Chehri - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Chehri is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Seu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chehri is 018993. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Chehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chehri
According to the 2011 Census, Chehri village had a total population of 182 people, including 90 males and 92 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.82%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 83.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Chehri
Chehri 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 Chehri
Public transport in the Chehri is mainly available through shared van 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 Chehri is about 24 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 Chehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chehri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chehri
Where is Chehri located?
Chehri village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chehri is Seu.
What is the pincode of Chehri?
The pincode of Chehri is 174029.
What is the population of Chehri?
Chehri had a total population of 182, including 90 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Chehri?
Chehri had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chehri was 88.82%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 83.13%.