Shind - Churah, Chamba
Shind is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Kalhel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shind is 006999. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.78 hectares and falls under the 176319 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Shind 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 Shind
According to the 2011 Census, Shind village had a total population of 479 people, including 241 males and 238 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 61.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 479 | 241 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 160 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 81 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Shind
Shind 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 Shind
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shind.
| 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 Chamba to Shind is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shind village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shind 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shind
Where is Shind located?
Shind village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shind?
The Gram Panchayat of Shind is Kalhel.
What is the pincode of Shind?
The pincode of Shind is 176319.
What is the population of Shind?
Shind had a total population of 479, including 241 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Shind?
Shind had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shind was 70.93%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 61.81%.