Chakban - Jawali, Kangra
Chakban is a village situated in the Jawali tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhol Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakban is 009066. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.67 hectares and falls under the 176214 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Chakban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakban
According to the 2011 Census, Chakban village had a total population of 15 people, including 8 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Chakban
Chakban 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 Chakban
Chakban is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chakban is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakban 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakban 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakban
Where is Chakban located?
Chakban village is located in Jawali Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakban?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakban is Bhol Khas.
What is the pincode of Chakban?
The pincode of Chakban is 176214.
What is the population of Chakban?
Chakban had a total population of 15, including 8 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Chakban?
Chakban had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakban was 69.23%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 80.00%.