Chouhra Village - Dalhousie, Chamba
Chouhra is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouhra is 007474. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.61 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Chouhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chouhra
As per Census 2011, Chouhra village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 52 males and 67 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,288 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 41 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chouhra are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 9 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Chouhra
Chouhra 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 Chouhra
Chouhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chouhra is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Chouhra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouhra 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 Chouhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouhra 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 Chouhra
Where is Chouhra located?
Chouhra village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chouhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouhra is Sherpur.
What is the pincode of Chouhra?
The pincode of Chouhra is 176308.
What is the population of Chouhra?
Chouhra has a total population of 119, including 52 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Chouhra?
There are 22 households in Chouhra.
What is the literacy rate in Chouhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouhra is 65.55%. Male literacy is 82.69% and female literacy is 52.24%.