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
As per Census 2011, Churtha village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 267 males and 298 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churtha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 267 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 565, including 267 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Churtha?
There are 132 households in Churtha.
What is the literacy rate in Churtha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churtha is 81.59%. Male literacy is 86.52% and female literacy is 77.18%.