Rouhla - Dalhousie, Chamba
Rouhla is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Ruliyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rouhla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rouhla is 007451. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.97 hectares and falls under the 176305 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rouhla 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 Rouhla
According to the 2011 Census, Rouhla village had a total population of 288 people, including 143 males and 145 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.11%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 66.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 119 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 24 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Rouhla
Rouhla 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 Rouhla
Public transport in the Rouhla is mainly available through shared van 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 Rouhla is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Rouhla is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rouhla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rouhla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rouhla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rouhla 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 Rouhla
Where is Rouhla located?
Rouhla village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rouhla?
The Gram Panchayat of Rouhla is Ruliyani.
What is the pincode of Rouhla?
The pincode of Rouhla is 176305.
What is the population of Rouhla?
Rouhla had a total population of 288, including 143 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Rouhla?
Rouhla had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rouhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rouhla was 78.11%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 66.17%.