Chihru
About Chihru
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chihru village is 010531. Chihru village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 61km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Chihru village. As per 2009 stats, Darang is the gram panchayat of Chihru village.
The total geographical area of village is 44.89 hectares. Chihru has a total population of 290 peoples, out of which male population is 132 while female population is 158. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1196 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chihru village is 76.21% out of which 81.82% males and 71.52% females are literate. There are about 64 houses in chihru village. Pincode of chihru village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Chihru 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, Chihru village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to chihru village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chihru
The population details of Chihru 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 | 290 | 132 | 158 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Connectivity of Chihru
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chihru
Where is Chihru located?
Chihru village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chihru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chihru is Darang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chihru?
The pincode of Chihru is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chihru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chihru is 290, with 132 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Chihru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chihru village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chihru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chihru is 76.21%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 71.52%.