Churtha
Churtha is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Churtha village. As per 2009 stats, Nerti is the gram panchayat of Churtha village.
Here you can discover what makes Churtha unique in its vibrant Shahpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Churtha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Churtha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Churtha is 009434. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176208. Dharmsala is nearest town to Churtha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Churtha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Churtha
Population of Churtha
According to the 2011 Census, Churtha has a total population of about 565, with approximately 267 males and 298 females. The sex ratio is around 1116 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.59%, with male literacy at about 86.52% and female literacy near 77.18%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Churtha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 461 | 231 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 36 | 68 |
Connectivity of Churtha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Churtha. As per the 2011 stats, Churtha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Churtha
Knowing the nearby villages of Churtha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Churtha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Churtha
- Where is Churtha located?
- Churtha village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Churtha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Churtha is Nerti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Churtha?
- The pincode of Churtha is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Churtha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Churtha is 565, with 267 males and 298 females.
- How many households are there in Churtha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Churtha village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Churtha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Churtha is 81.59%. The male literacy rate is 86.52%, while the female literacy rate is 77.18%.