Churi - Dharwala, Chamba
Churi is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Chamba. Lothal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churi is 007851. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Churi 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 Churi
As per Census 2011, Churi village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 255 males and 206 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 255 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 195 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 60 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Churi
Churi 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 Churi
Churi 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 Chamba to Churi is about 26 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 Churi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Churi
Where is Churi located?
Churi village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churi?
The Gram Panchayat of Churi is Lothal.
What is the pincode of Churi?
The pincode of Churi is 176311.
What is the population of Churi?
Churi has a total population of 461, including 255 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Churi?
There are 117 households in Churi.
What is the literacy rate in Churi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churi is 70.50%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 63.11%.