Chamba
Chamba is a district in the Himachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Chamba district is 6,522 km², which includes 6,501.26 km² of rural area and 20.74 km² of urban area. There are about 1,110 villages in Chamba district.
For administrative convenience, Chamba district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 10 tehsils in Chamba district. Here is the list of all Chamba Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Chamba District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhalai | 133 | 25,326 |
| 2 | Bhattiyat | 249 | 42,967 |
| 3 | Brahmaur | 945 | 25,014 |
| 4 | Chamba | 1,012 | 1,79,253 |
| 5 | Chaurah | 1,165 | 78,988 |
| 6 | Dalhousie | 160 | 46,760 |
| 7 | Holi | 716 | 14,094 |
| 8 | Pangi | 1,515 | 18,868 |
| 9 | Saluni | 362 | 47,939 |
| 10 | Sihunta | 264 | 39,871 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Pangi is the largest tehsil in chamba district, covering an area of 1515.46 km², while Bhalai is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 133.25 km². Chamba is the most populous, whereas Holi is the least populous tehsil in chamba district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pangi | Chamba |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bhalai | Bhalai |
Population of Chamba District
The population of Chamba offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Chamba, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,19,080 | 4,82,972 | 36,108 |
| Total Male Population | 2,61,320 | 2,41,963 | 19,357 |
| Total Female Population | 2,57,760 | 2,41,009 | 16,751 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,359 | 67,015 | 3,344 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36,024 | 34,286 | 1,738 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,335 | 32,729 | 1,606 |
| Literate Population | 3,23,842 | 2,93,683 | 30,159 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,86,064 | 1,69,271 | 16,793 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,37,778 | 1,24,412 | 13,366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,95,238 | 1,89,289 | 5,949 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 75,256 | 72,692 | 2,564 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,19,982 | 1,16,597 | 3,385 |
| Households | 1,02,460 | 94,596 | 7,864 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Chamba district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Chamba district is 5,19,080, including 2,61,320 males and 2,57,760 females. In rural areas, it is 4,82,972, including 2,41,963 males and 2,41,009 females. In urban areas, it is 36,108, including 19,357 males and 16,751 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Chamba district is 70,359, including 36,024 boys and 34,335 girls. In rural areas, it is 67,015, including 34,286 boys and 32,729 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,344, including 1,738 boys and 1,606 girls.
- Literate population in Chamba district is around 3,23,842, including 1,86,064 males and 1,37,778 females. In rural areas, it is 2,93,683, including 1,69,271 males and 1,24,412 females. In urban areas, it is 30,159, including 16,793 males and 13,366 females.
- Illiterate population in Chamba district is about 1,95,238, including 75,256 males and 1,19,982 females. In rural areas, it is 1,89,289, including 72,692 males and 1,16,597 females. In urban areas, it is 5,949, including 2,564 males and 3,385 females.
- There are about 1,02,460 households in Chamba district, including 94,596 in rural areas and 7,864 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Chamba. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 1,11,690 | 1,05,635 | 6,055 |
| SC Male Population | 56,154 | 53,144 | 3,010 |
| SC Female Population | 55,536 | 52,491 | 3,045 |
| Total ST Population | 1,35,500 | 1,32,907 | 2,593 |
| ST Male Population | 67,900 | 66,589 | 1,311 |
| ST Female Population | 67,600 | 66,318 | 1,282 |
| Population Density | 80 / km² | 74 / km² | 1,741 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Chamba district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chamba district is approximately 1,11,690, including 56,154 males and 55,536 females. In rural areas, it is 1,05,635, including 53,144 males and 52,491 females. In urban areas, it is 6,055, including 3,010 males and 3,045 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chamba district is about 1,35,500, including 67,900 males and 67,600 females. In rural areas, it is 1,32,907, including 66,589 males and 66,318 females. In urban areas, it is 2,593, including 1,311 males and 1,282 females.
- Overall population density of Chamba district is around 80 people per km². Rural areas have about 74 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,741 people per km².