Chouli - Rakkar, Kangra
Chouli is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Chauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouli is 010747. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.1 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Chouli 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 Chouli
According to the 2011 Census, Chouli village had a total population of 527 people, including 241 males and 286 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,187 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.33%, with male literacy at 94.39% and female literacy at 88.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 527 | 241 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 202 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Chouli
Chouli 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 Chouli
Chouli 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 Chouli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouli 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 Chouli
Where is Chouli located?
Chouli village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chouli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouli is Chauli.
What is the pincode of Chouli?
The pincode of Chouli is 177043.
What is the population of Chouli?
Chouli had a total population of 527, including 241 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Chouli?
Chouli had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouli was 91.33%. Male literacy was 94.39% and female literacy was 88.80%.