Sinharu - Dalhousie, Chamba
Sinharu is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sudli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinharu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinharu is 007365. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.3 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sinharu 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 Sinharu
As per Census 2011, Sinharu village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 63 males and 77 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 45 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinharu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 63 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Sinharu
Sinharu 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 Sinharu
Sinharu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Sinharu is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sinharu is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinharu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinharu 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 Sinharu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinharu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sinharu
Where is Sinharu located?
Sinharu village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinharu is Sudli.
What is the pincode of Sinharu?
The pincode of Sinharu is 176306.
What is the population of Sinharu?
Sinharu has a total population of 140, including 63 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sinharu?
There are 36 households in Sinharu.
What is the literacy rate in Sinharu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinharu is 67.86%. Male literacy is 69.84% and female literacy is 66.23%.