Chaflah - Chaupal, Shimla
Chaflah is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhavas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaflah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaflah is 025544. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.82 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Chaflah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaflah
According to the 2011 Census, Chaflah village had a total population of 232 people, including 117 males and 115 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.18%, with male literacy at 72.92% and female literacy at 63.73%. 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 | 232 | 117 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chaflah
Chaflah 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 Chaflah
Public transport in the Chaflah is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chaflah is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaflah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaflah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaflah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaflah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaflah
Where is Chaflah located?
Chaflah village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaflah?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaflah is Dhavas.
What is the pincode of Chaflah?
The pincode of Chaflah is 171211.
What is the population of Chaflah?
Chaflah had a total population of 232, including 117 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Chaflah?
Chaflah had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaflah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaflah was 68.18%. Male literacy was 72.92% and female literacy was 63.73%.