Chaltuhni - Dalhousie, Chamba
Chaltuhni is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Balera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaltuhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaltuhni is 007399. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Chaltuhni 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 Chaltuhni
According to the 2011 Census, Chaltuhni village had a total population of 464 people, including 212 males and 252 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 55.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 464 | 212 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 71 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Chaltuhni
Chaltuhni 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 Chaltuhni
Chaltuhni 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Chaltuhni is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaltuhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaltuhni 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 Chaltuhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaltuhni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaltuhni
Where is Chaltuhni located?
Chaltuhni village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaltuhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaltuhni is Balera.
What is the pincode of Chaltuhni?
The pincode of Chaltuhni is 176303.
What is the population of Chaltuhni?
Chaltuhni had a total population of 464, including 212 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Chaltuhni?
Chaltuhni had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaltuhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaltuhni was 65.59%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 55.45%.