Chuhn - Dalhousie, Chamba
Chuhn is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Chuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuhn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuhn is 007362. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.48 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chuhn 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 Chuhn
According to the 2011 Census, Chuhn village had a total population of 33 people, including 16 males and 17 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.19%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 73.33%.
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 | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Chuhn
Chuhn 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 Chuhn
Public transport in the Chuhn is mainly available through shared van 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 Dalhousie to Chuhn is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Chuhn 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 Chuhn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuhn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chuhn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuhn 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chuhn
Where is Chuhn located?
Chuhn village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chuhn?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuhn is Chuhan.
What is the pincode of Chuhn?
The pincode of Chuhn is 176303.
What is the population of Chuhn?
Chuhn had a total population of 33, including 16 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Chuhn?
Chuhn had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuhn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuhn was 85.19%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 73.33%.