Chanol - Dehar, Mandi
Chanol is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 61 km from Mandi. Chanol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanol is 014265. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 175030 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Chanol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanol
According to the 2011 Census, Chanol village had a total population of 894 people, including 434 males and 460 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.55%, with male literacy at 89.43% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 894 | 434 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 347 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 87 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Chanol
Chanol 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 Chanol
Chanol 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 Chanol is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanol 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 Chanol
Where is Chanol located?
Chanol village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanol?
Chanol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanol?
The pincode of Chanol is 175030.
What is the population of Chanol?
Chanol had a total population of 894, including 434 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Chanol?
Chanol had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanol was 82.55%. Male literacy was 89.43% and female literacy was 76.19%.