Chhet - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Chhet is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhet is 014895. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Chhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhet
According to the 2011 Census, Chhet village had a total population of 484 people, including 241 males and 243 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.75%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 74.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 484 | 241 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 208 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 33 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chhet
Chhet 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 Chhet
Chhet is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Chhet is about 80 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 Chhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhet 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhet 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 Chhet
Where is Chhet located?
Chhet village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhet is Kau.
What is the pincode of Chhet?
The pincode of Chhet is 175106.
What is the population of Chhet?
Chhet had a total population of 484, including 241 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Chhet?
Chhet had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhet was 82.75%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 74.67%.