Chhatroon - Shahpur, Kangra
Chhatroon is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sehwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatroon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatroon is 009366. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.94 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Chhatroon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatroon
As per Census 2011, Chhatroon village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 146 males and 148 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatroon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 120 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 26 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatroon
Chhatroon 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 Chhatroon
Chhatroon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chhatroon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatroon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatroon 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 Chhatroon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatroon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhatroon
Where is Chhatroon located?
Chhatroon village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatroon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatroon is Sehwan.
What is the pincode of Chhatroon?
The pincode of Chhatroon is 176206.
What is the population of Chhatroon?
Chhatroon has a total population of 294, including 146 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Chhatroon?
There are 57 households in Chhatroon.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatroon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatroon is 73.47%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 64.86%.