Chihar
About Chihar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chihar village is 011017. Chihar village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Chihar village. As per 2009 stats, Pihri is the gram panchayat of Chihar village.
The total geographical area of village is 42 hectares. Chihar has a total population of 137 peoples, out of which male population is 71 while female population is 66. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chihar village is 69.34% out of which 74.65% males and 63.64% females are literate. There are about 36 houses in chihar village. Pincode of chihar village locality is 176107.
When it comes to administration, Chihar 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, Chihar village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to chihar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chihar
The population details of Chihar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Connectivity of Chihar
| 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 Chihar
Where is Chihar located?
Chihar village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chihar is Pihri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chihar?
The pincode of Chihar is 176107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chihar is 137, with 71 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Chihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chihar village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chihar is 69.34%. The male literacy rate is 74.65%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.