Chander - Bhawarna, Kangra
Chander is a village situated in the Bhawarna tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Dharmsala. Jamula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chander village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chander is 011682. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.86 hectares and falls under the 176092 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Chander village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chander
As per Census 2011, Chander village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 119 males and 173 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,453 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chander are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 119 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 97 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 22 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Chander
Chander 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 Chander
Chander is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Chander is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chander
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chander village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chander
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chander village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chander
Where is Chander located?
Chander village is located in Bhawarna Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chander?
The Gram Panchayat of Chander is Jamula.
What is the pincode of Chander?
The pincode of Chander is 176092.
What is the population of Chander?
Chander has a total population of 292, including 119 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Chander?
There are 68 households in Chander.
What is the literacy rate in Chander?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chander is 78.77%. Male literacy is 81.51% and female literacy is 76.88%.