Chohla - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Chohla is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chohla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chohla is 011295. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.79 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Chohla 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 Chohla
According to the 2011 Census, Chohla village had a total population of 198 people, including 98 males and 100 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.00%, with male literacy at 97.62% and female literacy at 79.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 198 | 98 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chohla
Chohla 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 Chohla
Chohla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chohla is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chohla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chohla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chohla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chohla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chohla
Where is Chohla located?
Chohla village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chohla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chohla is Kotlu.
What is the pincode of Chohla?
The pincode of Chohla is 176086.
What is the population of Chohla?
Chohla had a total population of 198, including 98 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Chohla?
Chohla had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chohla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chohla was 88.00%. Male literacy was 97.62% and female literacy was 79.12%.