Chhatar
Chhatar is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Chhatar village. As per 2009 stats, Chhater Snr is the gram panchayat of Chhatar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhatar unique in its vibrant Sundarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Chhatar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhatar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhatar is 014223. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175002. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Chhatar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhatar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhatar
Population of Chhatar
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatar has a total population of about 1,340, with approximately 648 males and 692 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 983 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.64%, with male literacy at about 78.55% and female literacy near 65.17%. There are around 293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhatar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,340 | 648 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 983 | 482 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 960 | 509 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 139 | 241 |
Connectivity of Chhatar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhatar. As per the 2011 stats, Chhatar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhatar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhatar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhatar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhatar
- Where is Chhatar located?
- Chhatar village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhatar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhatar is Chhater Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhatar?
- The pincode of Chhatar is 175002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhatar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhatar is 1,340, with 648 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Chhatar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhatar village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhatar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhatar is 71.64%. The male literacy rate is 78.55%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.