Chhau
About Chhau
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chhau village is 009398. Chhau village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Chhau village. As per 2009 stats, Bhanala is the gram panchayat of Chhau village.
The total geographical area of village is 29.05 hectares. Chhau has a total population of 608 peoples, out of which male population is 307 while female population is 301. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chhau village is 79.28% out of which 82.08% males and 76.41% females are literate. There are about 134 houses in chhau village. Pincode of chhau village locality is 176206.
When it comes to administration, Chhau village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chhau village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to chhau village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chhau
The population details of Chhau cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 307 | 301 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 252 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 55 | 71 |
Connectivity of Chhau
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chhau
Where is Chhau located?
Chhau village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhau?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhau is Bhanala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhau?
The pincode of Chhau is 176206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhau is 608, with 307 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Chhau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhau village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhau is 79.28%. The male literacy rate is 82.08%, while the female literacy rate is 76.41%.