Chhamb
Chhamb is a village located in Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 57km away from district headquarter Harchakian. Harchakian is the sub-district headquarter of Chhamb village. As per 2009 stats, Harchakiyan is the gram panchayat of Chhamb village.
Chhamb has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chhamb
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhamb is 009266. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176210. Kangra is nearest town to Chhamb village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhamb village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhamb
Population of Chhamb
Below is a concise population overview of Chhamb as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 31 | 36 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhamb village:
- The total population of Chhamb village is around 202, including approximately 100 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Chhamb village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chhamb village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 58 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chhamb village is about 66.83%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 64.71%.
- There are around 41 households in Chhamb village.
Connectivity of Chhamb
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhamb. As per the 2011 stats, Chhamb had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhamb
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhamb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhamb.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhamb
- Where is Chhamb located?
- Chhamb village is situated in Harchakian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhamb?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhamb is Harchakiyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhamb?
- The pincode of Chhamb is 176210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhamb is 202, with 100 males and 102 females.
- How many households are there in Chhamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhamb village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhamb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhamb is 66.83%. The male literacy rate is 69.00%, while the female literacy rate is 64.71%.