Holi - Holi, Chamba
Holi is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Holi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holi is 008069. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.04 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Holi 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 Holi
As per Census 2011, Holi village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 402 males and 450 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 575 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 606 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 402 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 40 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 606 | 275 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 299 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 103 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Holi
Holi 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 Holi
Holi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Holi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Holi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Holi
Where is Holi located?
Holi village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holi?
Holi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Holi?
The pincode of Holi is 176326.
What is the population of Holi?
Holi has a total population of 852, including 402 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Holi?
There are 192 households in Holi.
What is the literacy rate in Holi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holi is 67.49%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 61.33%.