Chainti - Alampur, Kangra
Chainti is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Dharmsala. Balakrupi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chainti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainti is 011323. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.74 hectares and falls under the 176082 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Chainti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chainti
According to the 2011 Census, Chainti village had a total population of 162 people, including 79 males and 83 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.52%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 77.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Chainti
Chainti 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 Chainti
Public transport in the Chainti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chainti is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chainti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chainti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chainti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chainti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chainti
Where is Chainti located?
Chainti village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chainti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chainti is Balakrupi.
What is the pincode of Chainti?
The pincode of Chainti is 176082.
What is the population of Chainti?
Chainti had a total population of 162, including 79 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chainti?
Chainti had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chainti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainti was 82.52%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 77.03%.