Chhorab
Chhorab is a village located in Barsar tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Barsar. Barsar is the sub-district headquarter of Chhorab village. As per 2009 stats, Saur is the gram panchayat of Chhorab village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhorab unique in its vibrant Barsar-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Chhorab’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhorab
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhorab is 017622. The village spans a total geographical area of 65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176041. Bhota is nearest town to Chhorab village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhorab village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhorab
Population of Chhorab
According to the 2011 Census, Chhorab has a total population of about 408, with approximately 204 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.59%, with male literacy at about 75.49% and female literacy near 65.69%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhorab's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 408 | 204 | 204 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 108 | 104 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 288 | 154 | 134 |
Illiterate Population | 120 | 50 | 70 |
Connectivity of Chhorab
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhorab. As per the 2011 stats, Chhorab had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhorab
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhorab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhorab.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhorab
- Where is Chhorab located?
- Chhorab village is situated in Barsar Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhorab?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhorab is Saur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhorab?
- The pincode of Chhorab is 176041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhorab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhorab is 408, with 204 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Chhorab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhorab village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhorab as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhorab is 70.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.49%, while the female literacy rate is 65.69%.