Chail - Sandhol, Mandi
Chail is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Gwaila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chail is 013616. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.47 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Chail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chail
According to the 2011 Census, Chail village had a total population of 40 people, including 19 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 81.25% 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 | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chail
Chail 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 Chail
Chail 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 Chail is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chail 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chail
Where is Chail located?
Chail village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chail?
The Gram Panchayat of Chail is Gwaila.
What is the pincode of Chail?
The pincode of Chail is 176090.
What is the population of Chail?
Chail had a total population of 40, including 19 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Chail?
Chail had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chail was 72.73%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 64.71%.