Chhir - Khundian, Kangra
Chhir is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Deharu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhir is 010946. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.73 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Chhir 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 Chhir
According to the 2011 Census, Chhir village had a total population of 52 people, including 24 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 80.77%.
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 | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Chhir
Chhir 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 Chhir
Public transport in the Chhir is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chhir is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhir
Where is Chhir located?
Chhir village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhir is Deharu.
What is the pincode of Chhir?
The pincode of Chhir is 176030.
What is the population of Chhir?
Chhir had a total population of 52, including 24 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Chhir?
Chhir had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhir was 85.71%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 80.77%.