Chharang

Chharang is a village located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 46km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Chharang village. As per 2009 stats, Ropa Paadhar is the gram panchayat of Chharang village.

Here you can discover what makes Chharang unique in its vibrant Jogindarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Chharang’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chharang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chharang is 013424. The village spans a total geographical area of 239.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176120. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Chharang village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chharang village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chharang

According to the 2011 Census, Chharang has a total population of about 606, with approximately 318 males and 288 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.20%, with male literacy at about 75.47% and female literacy near 49.65%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chharang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 606 318 288
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 38 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 69 38 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 383 240 143
Illiterate Population 223 78 145

Connectivity of Chharang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chharang. As per the 2011 stats, Chharang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chharang

Knowing the nearby villages of Chharang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chharang.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chharang

Where is Chharang located?

Chharang village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Chharang?

The Gram Panchayat of Chharang is Ropa Paadhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Chharang?

The pincode of Chharang is 176120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Chharang as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chharang is 606, with 318 males and 288 females.

How many households are there in Chharang as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Chharang village has a total of 134 households.

What is the literacy rate in Chharang as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chharang is 63.20%. The male literacy rate is 75.47%, while the female literacy rate is 49.65%.