Chhamb
About Chhamb
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chhamb village is 009266. Chhamb village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 131.78 hectares. Chhamb has a total population of 202 peoples, out of which male population is 100 while female population is 102. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chhamb village is 66.83% out of which 69.00% males and 64.71% females are literate. There are about 41 houses in chhamb village. Pincode of chhamb village locality is 176210.
When it comes to administration, Chhamb 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, Chhamb village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to chhamb village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chhamb
The population details of Chhamb 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 | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 31 | 36 |
Connectivity of Chhamb
| 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 |
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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%.