Chirgaon
Chirgaon is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 135km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Chirgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Chirgaon Bp is the gram panchayat of Chirgaon village.
Chirgaon has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirgaon is 026629. The village spans a total geographical area of 298.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171208. Rohru is nearest town to Chirgaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chirgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chirgaon
Population of Chirgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Chirgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,070 | 568 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 432 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 136 | 199 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chirgaon village:
- The total population of Chirgaon village is around 1,070, including approximately 568 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Chirgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chirgaon village has 211 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chirgaon village is about 68.69%, with male literacy at 76.06% and female literacy at 60.36%.
- There are around 233 households in Chirgaon village.
Connectivity of Chirgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chirgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirgaon
- Where is Chirgaon located?
- Chirgaon village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chirgaon is Chirgaon Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chirgaon?
- The pincode of Chirgaon is 171208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirgaon is 1,070, with 568 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Chirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirgaon village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirgaon is 68.69%. The male literacy rate is 76.06%, while the female literacy rate is 60.36%.