Chhounti
Chhounti is a village located in Tira Sujanpur tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Tira Sujanpur. Tira Sujanpur is the sub-district headquarter of Chhounti village. As per 2009 stats, Lambri is the gram panchayat of Chhounti village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhounti unique in its vibrant Tira Sujanpur-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Chhounti’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 Chhounti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhounti is 016444. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176111. Tira Sujanpur is nearest town to Chhounti village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhounti 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 Sujanpur 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 Chhounti
Population of Chhounti
According to the 2011 Census, Chhounti has a total population of about 149, with approximately 50 males and 99 females. The sex ratio is around 1980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.42%, with male literacy at about 68.00% and female literacy near 59.60%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhounti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 50 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 12 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 93 | 34 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 16 | 40 |
Connectivity of Chhounti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhounti. As per the 2011 stats, Chhounti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhounti
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhounti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhounti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhounti
- Where is Chhounti located?
- Chhounti village is situated in Tira Sujanpur Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhounti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhounti is Lambri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhounti?
- The pincode of Chhounti is 176111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhounti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhounti is 149, with 50 males and 99 females.
- How many households are there in Chhounti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhounti village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhounti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhounti is 62.42%. The male literacy rate is 68.00%, while the female literacy rate is 59.60%.