Chath - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Chath is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Draman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chath is 011259. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.37 hectares and falls under the 176094 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Chath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chath
According to the 2011 Census, Chath village had a total population of 153 people, including 80 males and 73 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 94.52% and female literacy at 67.69%.
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 | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Chath
Chath 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 Chath
Chath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chath.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chath is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chath 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chath
Where is Chath located?
Chath village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chath?
The Gram Panchayat of Chath is Draman.
What is the pincode of Chath?
The pincode of Chath is 176094.
What is the population of Chath?
Chath had a total population of 153, including 80 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Chath?
Chath had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chath was 81.88%. Male literacy was 94.52% and female literacy was 67.69%.