Chaugan
About Chaugan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chaugan village is 008347. Chaugan village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Chaugan village. As per 2009 stats, Khanni Uperali is the gram panchayat of Chaugan village.
The total geographical area of village is 72.07 hectares. Chaugan has a total population of 208 peoples, out of which male population is 111 while female population is 97. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 873 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chaugan village is 62.98% out of which 64.86% males and 60.82% females are literate. There are about 40 houses in chaugan village. Pincode of chaugan village locality is 176202.
When it comes to administration, Chaugan 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, Chaugan village comes under Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to chaugan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chaugan
The population details of Chaugan 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 | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
Connectivity of Chaugan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaugan
Where is Chaugan located?
Chaugan village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaugan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaugan is Khanni Uperali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaugan?
The pincode of Chaugan is 176202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaugan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaugan is 208, with 111 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Chaugan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaugan village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaugan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaugan is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 64.86%, while the female literacy rate is 60.82%.