Chilat
Chilat is a village located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Chilat village. As per 2009 stats, Kharkri is the gram panchayat of Chilat village.
Here you can discover what makes Chilat unique in its vibrant Naina Devi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Chilat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chilat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilat is 019573. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174201. Naina Devi is nearest town to Chilat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chilat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chilat
Population of Chilat
According to the 2011 Census, Chilat has a total population of about 122, with approximately 67 males and 55 females. The sex ratio is around 820 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 10 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.77%, with male literacy at about 83.58% and female literacy near 61.82%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 90 | 56 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Connectivity of Chilat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilat. As per the 2011 stats, Chilat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilat
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilat
- Where is Chilat located?
- Chilat village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilat is Kharkri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilat?
- The pincode of Chilat is 174201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilat is 122, with 67 males and 55 females.
- How many households are there in Chilat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilat village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilat is 73.77%. The male literacy rate is 83.58%, while the female literacy rate is 61.82%.