Micham - Saach, Chamba
Micham 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 Micham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Micham is 006729. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.6 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Micham 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 Micham
As per Census 2011, Micham village has a total population of 50 people, consisting of 23 males and 27 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Micham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Micham
Micham 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 Micham
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Micham.
| 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 Micham 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 Micham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Micham 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 Micham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Micham 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 Micham
Where is Micham located?
Micham village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Micham?
The Gram Panchayat of Micham is Sahali.
What is the pincode of Micham?
The pincode of Micham is 176323.
What is the population of Micham?
Micham has a total population of 50, including 23 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Micham?
There are 10 households in Micham.
What is the literacy rate in Micham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Micham is 64.00%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 66.67%.