Chhaon

Chhaon is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Chhaon village. As per 2009 stats, Panjot is the gram panchayat of Chhaon village.

Chhaon has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chhaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhaon is 017796. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.11 hectares. Hamirpur is nearest town to Chhaon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chhaon 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 Bhoranj 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.

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Population of Chhaon

Below is a concise population overview of Chhaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 289 126 163
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 14 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 9 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 230 110 120
Illiterate Population 59 16 43

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhaon village:

  • The total population of Chhaon village is around 289, including approximately 126 males and 163 females, with a sex ratio of 1293 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Chhaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhaon village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhaon village is about 79.58%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 73.62%.
  • There are around 77 households in Chhaon village.

Connectivity of Chhaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chhaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhaon

Where is Chhaon located?
Chhaon village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhaon is Panjot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhaon?
The pincode of Chhaon is 17702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhaon is 289, with 126 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Chhaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhaon village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhaon is 79.58%. The male literacy rate is 87.30%, while the female literacy rate is 73.62%.