Chamba - Pragpur, Kangra
Chamba is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Dharmsala. Nahan Nagrota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamba is 010710. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.94 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Chamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamba
According to the 2011 Census, Chamba village had a total population of 115 people, including 59 males and 56 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.62%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 84.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chamba
Chamba 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 Chamba
Chamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chamba is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamba
Where is Chamba located?
Chamba village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamba is Nahan Nagrota.
What is the pincode of Chamba?
The pincode of Chamba is 177108.
What is the population of Chamba?
Chamba had a total population of 115, including 59 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Chamba?
Chamba had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamba was 87.62%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 84.00%.