Chandrahan
Chandrahan is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Chandrahan village. As per 2009 stats, Kandwal is the gram panchayat of Chandrahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chandrahan unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Chandrahan’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 Chandrahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandrahan is 008359. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176202. Nurpur is nearest town to Chandrahan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chandrahan 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 Indora 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.
Google Map of Chandrahan
Population of Chandrahan
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrahan has a total population of about 150, with approximately 86 males and 64 females. The sex ratio is around 744 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.33%, with male literacy at about 74.42% and female literacy near 71.88%. There are around 30 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandrahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 150 | 86 | 64 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 37 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 110 | 64 | 46 |
Illiterate Population | 40 | 22 | 18 |
Connectivity of Chandrahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandrahan. As per the 2011 stats, Chandrahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandrahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandrahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandrahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandrahan
- Where is Chandrahan located?
- Chandrahan village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandrahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chandrahan is Kandwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chandrahan?
- The pincode of Chandrahan is 176202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandrahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandrahan is 150, with 86 males and 64 females.
- How many households are there in Chandrahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandrahan village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandrahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandrahan is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 71.88%.