Chhal
About Chhal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chhal village is 009271. Chhal village is located in Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Harchakian. Harchakian is the sub-district headquarter of Chhal village. As per 2009 stats, Harchakiyan is the gram panchayat of Chhal village.
The total geographical area of village is 75.83 hectares. Chhal has a total population of 249 peoples, out of which male population is 118 while female population is 131. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1110 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chhal village is 79.92% out of which 83.05% males and 77.10% females are literate. There are about 59 houses in chhal village. Pincode of chhal village locality is 176210.
When it comes to administration, Chhal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chhal village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to chhal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chhal
The population details of Chhal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 118 | 131 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Connectivity of Chhal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chhal
Where is Chhal located?
Chhal village is situated in Harchakian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhal is Harchakiyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhal?
The pincode of Chhal is 176210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhal is 249, with 118 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Chhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhal village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhal is 79.92%. The male literacy rate is 83.05%, while the female literacy rate is 77.10%.