Andround - Dharwala, Chamba
Andround is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Chamba. Brehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andround village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andround is 007858. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Andround village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andround
As per Census 2011, Andround village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 305 males and 340 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andround are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 305 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 45 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 197 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 108 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Andround
Andround 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 Andround
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Andround.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Andround 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 Andround
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andround 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 Andround
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andround village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andround
Where is Andround located?
Andround village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andround?
The Gram Panchayat of Andround is Brehi.
What is the pincode of Andround?
The pincode of Andround is 176311.
What is the population of Andround?
Andround has a total population of 645, including 305 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Andround?
There are 140 households in Andround.
What is the literacy rate in Andround?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andround is 55.04%. Male literacy is 64.59% and female literacy is 46.47%.