Chhaling - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Chhaling is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 79 km from Kyelang. Tingret serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhaling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaling is 012154. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.58 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Chhaling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaling
According to the 2011 Census, Chhaling village had a total population of 141 people, including 65 males and 76 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 69.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 62 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaling
Chhaling 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 Chhaling
Public transport in the Chhaling is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Chhaling is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhaling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhaling
Where is Chhaling located?
Chhaling village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaling?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhaling is Tingret.
What is the pincode of Chhaling?
The pincode of Chhaling is 175142.
What is the population of Chhaling?
Chhaling had a total population of 141, including 65 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Chhaling?
Chhaling had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaling was 75.56%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 69.86%.