Chhont
About Chhont
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chhont village is 010850. Chhont village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 66km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Chhont village. As per 2009 stats, Lagru is the gram panchayat of Chhont village.
The total geographical area of village is 126.96 hectares. Chhont has a total population of 387 peoples, out of which male population is 205 while female population is 182. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 887 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chhont village is 70.28% out of which 77.07% males and 62.64% females are literate. There are about 74 houses in chhont village. Pincode of chhont village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Chhont 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, Chhont village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to chhont village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chhont
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 205 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 158 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 47 | 68 |
Connectivity of Chhont
| 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 Chhont
Where is Chhont located?
Chhont village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhont?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhont is Lagru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhont?
The pincode of Chhont is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhont as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhont is 387, with 205 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Chhont as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhont village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhont as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhont is 70.28%. The male literacy rate is 77.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.64%.