Chanhiala

Chanhiala is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 82km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Chanhiala village. As per 2009 stats, Ambal is the gram panchayat of Chanhiala village.

Here you can discover what makes Chanhiala unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Chanhiala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chanhiala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanhiala is 009092. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176021. Nurpur is nearest town to Chanhiala village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chanhiala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chanhiala

According to the 2011 Census, Chanhiala has a total population of about 252, with approximately 123 males and 129 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.44%, with male literacy at about 71.54% and female literacy near 67.44%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanhiala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 252 123 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 23 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 7 6
Literate Population 175 88 87
Illiterate Population 77 35 42

Connectivity of Chanhiala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanhiala. As per the 2011 stats, Chanhiala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chanhiala

Knowing the nearby villages of Chanhiala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanhiala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chanhiala

Where is Chanhiala located?
Chanhiala village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanhiala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanhiala is Ambal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chanhiala?
The pincode of Chanhiala is 176021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chanhiala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanhiala is 252, with 123 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Chanhiala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chanhiala village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanhiala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanhiala is 69.44%. The male literacy rate is 71.54%, while the female literacy rate is 67.44%.