Chhamb - Chadiyar, Kangra
Chhamb is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Dharmsala. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhamb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhamb is 012000. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.76 hectares and falls under the 176071 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Chhamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhamb
According to the 2011 Census, Chhamb village had a total population of 4 people, including 3 males and 1 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Chhamb
Chhamb 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 Chhamb
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhamb.
| 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 Chhamb is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhamb
Where is Chhamb located?
Chhamb village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhamb?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhamb is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Chhamb?
The pincode of Chhamb is 176071.
What is the population of Chhamb?
Chhamb had a total population of 4, including 3 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Chhamb?
Chhamb had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhamb was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.