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 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 Chilat
According to the 2011 Census, Chilat village had a total population of 122 people, including 67 males and 55 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 122, including 67 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Chilat?
Chilat had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilat was 80.36%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 68.00%.