Chachul

Chachul is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 98km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Chachul village. As per 2009 stats, Sanwal is the gram panchayat of Chachul village.

Chachul has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chachul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chachul is 006826. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176316. Chamba is nearest town to Chachul village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chachul 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 Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chachul

Below is a concise population overview of Chachul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 444 232 212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 38 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 9 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 4 3
Literate Population 118 94 24
Illiterate Population 326 138 188

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chachul village:

  • The total population of Chachul village is around 444, including approximately 232 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Chachul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chachul village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chachul village is about 26.58%, with male literacy at 40.52% and female literacy at 11.32%.
  • There are around 68 households in Chachul village.

Connectivity of Chachul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chachul. As per the 2011 stats, Chachul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chachul

Knowing the nearby villages of Chachul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chachul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chachul

Where is Chachul located?
Chachul village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chachul?
The Gram Panchayat of Chachul is Sanwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chachul?
The pincode of Chachul is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chachul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chachul is 444, with 232 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Chachul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chachul village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chachul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chachul is 26.58%. The male literacy rate is 40.52%, while the female literacy rate is 11.32%.