Chet - Thunag, Mandi
Chet is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chet is 015123. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Chet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chet
According to the 2011 Census, Chet village had a total population of 690 people, including 351 males and 339 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 65.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 690 | 351 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 149 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 270 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 81 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Chet
Chet 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 Chet
Chet 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chet is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chet
Where is Chet located?
Chet village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chet?
Chet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chet?
The pincode of Chet is 175048.
What is the population of Chet?
Chet had a total population of 690, including 351 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Chet?
Chet had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chet was 77.00%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 65.31%.