Chururu - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Chururu is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghallour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chururu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chururu is 010472. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.52 hectares and falls under the 176066 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Chururu 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 Chururu
According to the 2011 Census, Chururu village had a total population of 69 people, including 30 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 77.14%.
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 | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chururu
Chururu 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 Chururu
Chururu 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 Chururu is about 60 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 Chururu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chururu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chururu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chururu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chururu
Where is Chururu located?
Chururu village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chururu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chururu is Ghallour.
What is the pincode of Chururu?
The pincode of Chururu is 176066.
What is the population of Chururu?
Chururu had a total population of 69, including 30 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Chururu?
Chururu had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chururu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chururu was 81.97%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 77.14%.