Chela - Padhar, Mandi
Chela is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chela is 013165. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.66 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Chela 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 Chela
According to the 2011 Census, Chela village had a total population of 164 people, including 81 males and 83 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.65%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 63.89%.
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 | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Chela
Chela 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 Chela
Chela 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 Chela is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chela 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 Chela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chela 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 Chela
Where is Chela located?
Chela village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chela?
The Gram Panchayat of Chela is Shilag.
What is the pincode of Chela?
The pincode of Chela is 175012.
What is the population of Chela?
Chela had a total population of 164, including 81 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chela?
Chela had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chela was 74.65%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 63.89%.