Chakurtha
Chakurtha is a village located in Sainj tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Sainj. Sainj is the sub-district headquarter of Chakurtha village. As per 2009 stats, Chakurtha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chakurtha unique in its vibrant Sainj-Kullu region. You’ll see Chakurtha’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 Chakurtha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakurtha is 012901. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175134. Banjar is nearest town to Chakurtha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chakurtha
Population of Chakurtha
According to the 2011 Census, Chakurtha has a total population of about 1,443, with approximately 741 males and 702 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 347 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 68.68%, with male literacy at about 75.84% and female literacy near 61.11%. There are around 279 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chakurtha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 741 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 991 | 562 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 179 | 273 |
Connectivity of Chakurtha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakurtha. As per the 2011 stats, Chakurtha 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakurtha
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakurtha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakurtha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakurtha
- Where is Chakurtha located?
- Chakurtha village is situated in Sainj Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakurtha?
- Chakurtha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chakurtha?
- The pincode of Chakurtha is 175134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakurtha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakurtha is 1,443, with 741 males and 702 females.
- How many households are there in Chakurtha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakurtha village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakurtha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakurtha is 68.68%. The male literacy rate is 75.84%, while the female literacy rate is 61.11%.