Chauntra
About Chauntra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chauntra village is 013238. Chauntra village is located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Chauntra village. As per 2009 stats, Chauntra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 162.54 hectares. Chauntra has a total population of 1,453 peoples, out of which male population is 746 while female population is 707. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chauntra village is 75.57% out of which 80.16% males and 70.72% females are literate. There are about 298 houses in chauntra village. Pincode of chauntra village locality is 175032.
When it comes to administration, Chauntra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chauntra village comes under Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to chauntra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chauntra
The population details of Chauntra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,453 | 746 | 707 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 346 | 185 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 598 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 148 | 207 |
Connectivity of Chauntra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chauntra
Where is Chauntra located?
Chauntra village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauntra?
Chauntra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chauntra?
The pincode of Chauntra is 175032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chauntra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauntra is 1,453, with 746 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Chauntra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauntra village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauntra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauntra is 75.57%. The male literacy rate is 80.16%, while the female literacy rate is 70.72%.