Chakban Chhamb - Harchakian, Kangra
Chakban Chhamb is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Harchakian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakban Chhamb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakban Chhamb is 009267. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.15 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Chakban Chhamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakban Chhamb
According to the 2011 Census, Chakban Chhamb village had a total population of 10 people, including 4 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Chakban Chhamb
Chakban 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 Chakban Chhamb
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chakban Chhamb.
| 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 Chakban Chhamb is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakban Chhamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakban Chhamb 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakban 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 Chakban Chhamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakban Chhamb
Where is Chakban Chhamb located?
Chakban Chhamb village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakban Chhamb?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakban Chhamb is Harchakian.
What is the pincode of Chakban Chhamb?
The pincode of Chakban Chhamb is 176210.
What is the population of Chakban Chhamb?
Chakban Chhamb had a total population of 10, including 4 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Chakban Chhamb?
Chakban Chhamb had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakban Chhamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakban Chhamb was 85.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.