Chalot - Thachi, Mandi
Chalot is a village situated in the Thachi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Mandi. Somgad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalot is 014962. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 175121 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Chalot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalot
According to the 2011 Census, Chalot village had a total population of 575 people, including 291 males and 284 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.83%, with male literacy at 75.56% and female literacy at 55.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 575 | 291 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 201 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 90 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Chalot
Chalot 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 Chalot
Chalot 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chalot is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalot
Where is Chalot located?
Chalot village is located in Thachi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalot is Somgad.
What is the pincode of Chalot?
The pincode of Chalot is 175121.
What is the population of Chalot?
Chalot had a total population of 575, including 291 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Chalot?
Chalot had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalot was 65.83%. Male literacy was 75.56% and female literacy was 55.69%.