Chelling - Tikken, Mandi
Chelling is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Mandi. Dhamchayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chelling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelling is 013036. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Chelling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelling
According to the 2011 Census, Chelling village had a total population of 165 people, including 84 males and 81 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 55.13%.
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 | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 71 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 13 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Chelling
Chelling 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 Chelling
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chelling.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Chelling is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chelling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelling
Where is Chelling located?
Chelling village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelling?
The Gram Panchayat of Chelling is Dhamchayan.
What is the pincode of Chelling?
The pincode of Chelling is 175013.
What is the population of Chelling?
Chelling had a total population of 165, including 84 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Chelling?
Chelling had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chelling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelling was 73.08%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 55.13%.