Chiral - Nihri, Mandi
Chiral is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Serikothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiral is 015582. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Chiral 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 Chiral
According to the 2011 Census, Chiral village had a total population of 302 people, including 154 males and 148 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.41%, with male literacy at 78.29% and female literacy at 54.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 302 | 154 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 53 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Chiral
Chiral 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 Chiral
Public transport in the Chiral is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chiral is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiral 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiral 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiral
Where is Chiral located?
Chiral village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiral?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiral is Serikothi.
What is the pincode of Chiral?
The pincode of Chiral is 175038.
What is the population of Chiral?
Chiral had a total population of 302, including 154 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Chiral?
Chiral had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiral was 66.41%. Male literacy was 78.29% and female literacy was 54.89%.