Churag - Bagshad, Mandi
Churag is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 102 km from Mandi. Churag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churag is 015892. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Churag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churag
As per Census 2011, Churag village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 626 males and 623 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 626 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 126 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 510 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 116 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Churag
Churag 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 Churag
Churag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Churag is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Churag
Where is Churag located?
Churag village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churag?
Churag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churag?
The pincode of Churag is 175010.
What is the population of Churag?
Churag has a total population of 1,249, including 626 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Churag?
There are 320 households in Churag.
What is the literacy rate in Churag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churag is 77.18%. Male literacy is 81.47% and female literacy is 72.87%.