Chakru - Bagshad, Mandi
Chakru is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 109 km from Mandi. Churag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakru is 015909. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chakru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakru
As per Census 2011, Chakru village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 35 males and 34 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chakru
Chakru 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 Chakru
Chakru 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 Mandi to Chakru is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chakru
Where is Chakru located?
Chakru village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakru is Churag.
What is the pincode of Chakru?
The pincode of Chakru is 175010.
What is the population of Chakru?
Chakru has a total population of 69, including 35 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Chakru?
There are 13 households in Chakru.
What is the literacy rate in Chakru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakru is 63.77%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 64.71%.