Hilour - Saach, Chamba
Hilour is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 208 km from Chamba. Sahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hilour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hilour is 006728. The village covers a total geographical area of 537.77 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Hilour 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 Hilour
As per Census 2011, Hilour village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 203 males and 200 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hilour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 203 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 199 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 145 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 58 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Hilour
Hilour 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 Hilour
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hilour.
| 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 Hilour is about 208 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hilour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hilour 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hilour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hilour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hilour
Where is Hilour located?
Hilour village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hilour?
The Gram Panchayat of Hilour is Sahali.
What is the pincode of Hilour?
The pincode of Hilour is 176323.
What is the population of Hilour?
Hilour has a total population of 403, including 203 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Hilour?
There are 87 households in Hilour.
What is the literacy rate in Hilour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hilour is 64.76%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 58.00%.