Chhamanda - Nihri, Mandi
Chhamanda is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhamanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhamanda is 015644. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.91 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Chhamanda 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 Chhamanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chhamanda village had a total population of 82 people, including 43 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 64.71%.
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 | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chhamanda
Chhamanda 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 Chhamanda
Chhamanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chhamanda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhamanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhamanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhamanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhamanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhamanda
Where is Chhamanda located?
Chhamanda village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhamanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhamanda is Nihri.
What is the pincode of Chhamanda?
The pincode of Chhamanda is 175038.
What is the population of Chhamanda?
Chhamanda had a total population of 82, including 43 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Chhamanda?
Chhamanda had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhamanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhamanda was 76.00%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 64.71%.