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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chet village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 351 males and 339 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chet are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 690, including 351 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Chet?
There are 125 households in Chet.
What is the literacy rate in Chet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chet is 66.96%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 56.64%.