Kainthli - Churah, Chamba
Kainthli is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chamba. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kainthli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kainthli is 007004. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.75 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kainthli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kainthli
As per Census 2011, Kainthli village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 115 males and 138 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kainthli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 115 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 47 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 27 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kainthli
Kainthli 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 Kainthli
Public transport in the Kainthli is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Kainthli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kainthli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kainthli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kainthli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kainthli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kainthli
Where is Kainthli located?
Kainthli village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kainthli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kainthli is Choli.
What is the pincode of Kainthli?
The pincode of Kainthli is 176316.
What is the population of Kainthli?
Kainthli has a total population of 253, including 115 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kainthli?
There are 44 households in Kainthli.
What is the literacy rate in Kainthli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kainthli is 64.43%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 54.35%.