Chelat - Poo, Kinnaur
Chelat is a village situated in the Poo tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sunnam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chelat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelat is 026801. The village covers a total geographical area of 1562.81 hectares and falls under the 172111 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Chelat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelat
According to the 2011 Census, Chelat village had a total population of 24 people, including 24 males and 0 females, living in 5 households. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 12 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Chelat
Chelat 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 Chelat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chelat.
| 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 Reckong Peo to Chelat is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chelat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelat 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelat
Where is Chelat located?
Chelat village is located in Poo Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chelat is Sunnam.
What is the pincode of Chelat?
The pincode of Chelat is 172111.
How many households are there in Chelat?
Chelat had 5 households.