Chakra - Dalhousie, Chamba
Chakra is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Tapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakra is 007440. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.42 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakra
According to the 2011 Census, Chakra village had a total population of 339 people, including 160 males and 179 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.65%, with male literacy at 92.91% and female literacy at 73.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 339 | 160 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 29 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Chakra
Chakra 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 Chakra
Chakra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dalhousie to Chakra is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Chakra 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 Chakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakra
Where is Chakra located?
Chakra village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakra is Tapper.
What is the pincode of Chakra?
The pincode of Chakra is 176306.
What is the population of Chakra?
Chakra had a total population of 339, including 160 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Chakra?
Chakra had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakra was 82.65%. Male literacy was 92.91% and female literacy was 73.20%.