Chamarda - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Chamarda is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gwalthai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamarda is 019509. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.18 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chamarda 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 Chamarda
According to the 2011 Census, Chamarda village had a total population of 70 people, including 34 males and 36 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 84.38%.
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 | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Chamarda
Chamarda 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 Chamarda
Chamarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chamarda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nangal to Chamarda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Chamarda is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamarda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamarda
Where is Chamarda located?
Chamarda village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamarda is Gwalthai.
What is the pincode of Chamarda?
The pincode of Chamarda is 174201.
What is the population of Chamarda?
Chamarda had a total population of 70, including 34 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Chamarda?
Chamarda had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamarda was 86.67%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 84.38%.