Chilat - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Chilat is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kharkri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilat is 019573. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.86 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chilat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chilat
As per Census 2011, Chilat village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 67 males and 55 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 56 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Chilat
Chilat 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 Chilat
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chilat.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Chilat is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Chilat is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilat 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 Chilat
Where is Chilat located?
Chilat village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilat is Kharkri.
What is the pincode of Chilat?
The pincode of Chilat is 174201.
What is the population of Chilat?
Chilat has a total population of 122, including 67 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Chilat?
There are 24 households in Chilat.
What is the literacy rate in Chilat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilat is 73.77%. Male literacy is 83.58% and female literacy is 61.82%.