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
As per Census 2011, Chaflah village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 117 males and 115 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaflah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 117 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 232, including 117 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Chaflah?
There are 41 households in Chaflah.
What is the literacy rate in Chaflah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaflah is 58.19%. Male literacy is 59.83% and female literacy is 56.52%.