Chhatral - Rey, Kangra
Chhatral is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Dharmsala. Diana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatral is 008896. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.43 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Chhatral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatral
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatral village had a total population of 116 people, including 54 males and 62 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.11%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 76.67%.
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 | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatral
Chhatral 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 Chhatral
Chhatral 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 Chhatral is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatral 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 Chhatral
Where is Chhatral located?
Chhatral village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatral?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatral is Diana.
What is the pincode of Chhatral?
The pincode of Chhatral is 176058.
What is the population of Chhatral?
Chhatral had a total population of 116, including 54 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Chhatral?
Chhatral had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatral was 84.11%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 76.67%.