Chameti - Rakkar, Kangra
Chameti is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chameti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chameti is 010743. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.01 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Chameti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chameti
According to the 2011 Census, Chameti village had a total population of 419 people, including 216 males and 203 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.86%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 85.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264.
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 | 419 | 216 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 140 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 173 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 43 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Chameti
Chameti 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 Chameti
Chameti 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 Chameti is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chameti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chameti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chameti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chameti 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 Chameti
Where is Chameti located?
Chameti village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chameti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chameti is Kuhana.
What is the pincode of Chameti?
The pincode of Chameti is 177043.
What is the population of Chameti?
Chameti had a total population of 419, including 216 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Chameti?
Chameti had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chameti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chameti was 89.86%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 85.64%.