Chimhnu - Makridi, Mandi
Chimhnu is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Mandi. Langna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chimhnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimhnu is 013332. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.05 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Chimhnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimhnu
As per Census 2011, Chimhnu village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 124 males and 146 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chimhnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 124 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 98 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Chimhnu
Chimhnu 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 Chimhnu
Chimhnu 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 Chimhnu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimhnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimhnu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chimhnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimhnu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chimhnu
Where is Chimhnu located?
Chimhnu village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chimhnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chimhnu is Langna.
What is the pincode of Chimhnu?
The pincode of Chimhnu is 175015.
What is the population of Chimhnu?
Chimhnu has a total population of 270, including 124 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Chimhnu?
There are 72 households in Chimhnu.
What is the literacy rate in Chimhnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimhnu is 77.04%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 75.34%.