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
As per Census 2011, Chamba village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 59 males and 56 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 115, including 59 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Chamba?
There are 28 households in Chamba.
What is the literacy rate in Chamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamba is 80.00%. Male literacy is 84.75% and female literacy is 75.00%.