Chehar - Padhar, Mandi
Chehar is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chehar is 013166. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.95 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Chehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chehar
As per Census 2011, Chehar village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 148 males and 191 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,290 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 148 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 32 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Chehar
Chehar 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 Chehar
Chehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chehar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chehar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chehar
Where is Chehar located?
Chehar village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chehar is Shilag.
What is the pincode of Chehar?
The pincode of Chehar is 175012.
What is the population of Chehar?
Chehar has a total population of 339, including 148 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Chehar?
There are 83 households in Chehar.
What is the literacy rate in Chehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chehar is 68.14%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 60.21%.