Andral - Telka, Chamba
Andral is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Chamba. Seri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andral is 007339. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Andral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andral
According to the 2011 Census, Andral village had a total population of 245 people, including 95 males and 150 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,579 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 68.18%.
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 | 245 | 95 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 80 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 15 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Andral
Andral 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 Andral
Andral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Andral is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Andral is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Andral
Where is Andral located?
Andral village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andral?
The Gram Panchayat of Andral is Seri.
What is the pincode of Andral?
The pincode of Andral is 176312.
What is the population of Andral?
Andral had a total population of 245, including 95 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Andral?
Andral had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andral was 78.34%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 68.18%.