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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Micham village had a total population of 50 people, including 23 males and 27 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 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 had a total population of 50, including 23 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Micham?
Micham had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Micham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Micham was 76.19%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 72.00%.