Chhatrel - Telka, Chamba
Chhatrel is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chamba. Seri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatrel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatrel is 007344. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.24 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chhatrel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhatrel
As per Census 2011, Chhatrel village has a total population of 560 people, consisting of 286 males and 274 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatrel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 286 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 184 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 102 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatrel
Chhatrel 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 Chhatrel
Chhatrel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chhatrel is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Chhatrel 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 Chhatrel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatrel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatrel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatrel 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhatrel
Where is Chhatrel located?
Chhatrel village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatrel?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatrel is Seri.
What is the pincode of Chhatrel?
The pincode of Chhatrel is 176312.
What is the population of Chhatrel?
Chhatrel has a total population of 560, including 286 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Chhatrel?
There are 107 households in Chhatrel.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatrel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatrel is 52.50%. Male literacy is 64.34% and female literacy is 40.15%.