Chihru - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Chihru is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Darang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chihru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chihru is 010531. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.89 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Chihru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chihru
As per Census 2011, Chihru village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 132 males and 158 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chihru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 132 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chihru
Chihru 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 Chihru
Chihru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chihru is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chihru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chihru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chihru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chihru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chihru
Where is Chihru located?
Chihru village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chihru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chihru is Darang.
What is the pincode of Chihru?
The pincode of Chihru is 176031.
What is the population of Chihru?
Chihru has a total population of 290, including 132 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Chihru?
There are 64 households in Chihru.
What is the literacy rate in Chihru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chihru is 76.21%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 71.52%.