Ehlami - Dharwala, Chamba
Ehlami is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from Chamba. Khundel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ehlami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ehlami is 007896. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.6 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Ehlami 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 Ehlami
According to the 2011 Census, Ehlami village had a total population of 156 people, including 81 males and 75 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.23%, with male literacy at 61.29% and female literacy at 45.16%.
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 | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 43 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Ehlami
Ehlami 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 Ehlami
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ehlami.
| 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 Chamba to Ehlami is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ehlami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ehlami 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ehlami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ehlami 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 Ehlami
Where is Ehlami located?
Ehlami village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ehlami?
The Gram Panchayat of Ehlami is Khundel.
What is the pincode of Ehlami?
The pincode of Ehlami is 176311.
What is the population of Ehlami?
Ehlami had a total population of 156, including 81 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Ehlami?
Ehlami had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ehlami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ehlami was 53.23%. Male literacy was 61.29% and female literacy was 45.16%.