Chalog - Nihri, Mandi
Chalog is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Boi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalog is 015603. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 175009 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Chalog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Chalog
According to the 2011 Census, Chalog village had a total population of 334 people, including 179 males and 155 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.93%, with male literacy at 92.02% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 334 | 179 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 150 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 29 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chalog
Chalog 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 Chalog
Chalog 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chalog is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalog 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chalog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalog
Where is Chalog located?
Chalog village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalog?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalog is Boi.
What is the pincode of Chalog?
The pincode of Chalog is 175009.
What is the population of Chalog?
Chalog had a total population of 334, including 179 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Chalog?
Chalog had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalog was 79.93%. Male literacy was 92.02% and female literacy was 65.96%.