Chalah - Thural, Kangra
Chalah is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Batahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalah is 011086. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.02 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chalah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalah
According to the 2011 Census, Chalah village had a total population of 207 people, including 106 males and 101 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.49%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chalah
Chalah 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 Chalah
Chalah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palampur to Chalah is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Chalah is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalah 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chalah
Where is Chalah located?
Chalah village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalah?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalah is Batahan.
What is the pincode of Chalah?
The pincode of Chalah is 176107.
What is the population of Chalah?
Chalah had a total population of 207, including 106 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Chalah?
Chalah had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalah was 78.49%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 70.59%.