Chamba Khas - Pragpur, Kangra
Chamba Khas is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Dharmsala. Nahan Nagrota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamba Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamba Khas is 010709. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.69 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Chamba Khas 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 Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Chamba Khas village had a total population of 249 people, including 124 males and 125 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.94%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 83.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 249 | 124 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Chamba Khas
Chamba Khas 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 Khas
Chamba Khas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Chamba Khas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamba Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamba Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamba Khas
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 Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamba Khas
Where is Chamba Khas located?
Chamba Khas village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamba Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamba Khas is Nahan Nagrota.
What is the pincode of Chamba Khas?
The pincode of Chamba Khas is 177108.
What is the population of Chamba Khas?
Chamba Khas had a total population of 249, including 124 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Chamba Khas?
Chamba Khas had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamba Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamba Khas was 86.94%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 83.19%.