Chhulera - Saluni, Chamba
Chhulera is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kharothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhulera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhulera is 007252. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.78 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chhulera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhulera
According to the 2011 Census, Chhulera village had a total population of 202 people, including 98 males and 104 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.66%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 202 | 98 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 68 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 30 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Chhulera
Chhulera 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 Chhulera
Public transport in the Chhulera is mainly available through bus 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 Chhulera is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Chhulera is about 45 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 Chhulera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhulera 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 Chhulera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhulera 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 Chhulera
Where is Chhulera located?
Chhulera village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhulera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhulera is Kharothi.
What is the pincode of Chhulera?
The pincode of Chhulera is 176320.
What is the population of Chhulera?
Chhulera had a total population of 202, including 98 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Chhulera?
Chhulera had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhulera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhulera was 65.66%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 48.81%.