Chohla - Dharmsala, Kangra
Chohla is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Tau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chohla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chohla is 009545. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.04 hectares and falls under the 176215 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Chohla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chohla
As per Census 2011, Chohla village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 141 males and 138 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chohla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 99 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 42 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Chohla
Chohla 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 Chohla
Chohla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chohla is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chohla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chohla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chohla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chohla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chohla
Where is Chohla located?
Chohla village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chohla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chohla is Tau.
What is the pincode of Chohla?
The pincode of Chohla is 176215.
What is the population of Chohla?
Chohla has a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Chohla?
There are 57 households in Chohla.
What is the literacy rate in Chohla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chohla is 64.52%. Male literacy is 70.21% and female literacy is 58.70%.