Churtha - Shahpur, Kangra
Churtha is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nerti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churtha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churtha is 009434. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.02 hectares and falls under the 176208 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Churtha 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 Churtha
According to the 2011 Census, Churtha village had a total population of 565 people, including 267 males and 298 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.11%, with male literacy at 97.88% and female literacy at 85.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 565 | 267 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 231 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 36 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Churtha
Churtha 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 Churtha
Churtha 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 Churtha is about 21 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 Churtha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churtha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Churtha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churtha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Churtha
Where is Churtha located?
Churtha village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churtha?
The Gram Panchayat of Churtha is Nerti.
What is the pincode of Churtha?
The pincode of Churtha is 176208.
What is the population of Churtha?
Churtha had a total population of 565, including 267 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Churtha?
Churtha had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churtha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churtha was 91.11%. Male literacy was 97.88% and female literacy was 85.19%.