Chakhna - Deha, Shimla
Chakhna is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 91 km from Shimla. Basadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakhna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakhna is 025376. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Chakhna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakhna
According to the 2011 Census, Chakhna village had a total population of 243 people, including 133 males and 110 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.54%, with male literacy at 95.93% and female literacy at 88.57%.
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 | 243 | 133 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 118 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chakhna
Chakhna 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 Chakhna
Chakhna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shimla to Chakhna is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakhna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakhna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakhna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakhna 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 Chakhna
Where is Chakhna located?
Chakhna village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakhna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakhna is Basadhar.
What is the pincode of Chakhna?
The pincode of Chakhna is 171220.
What is the population of Chakhna?
Chakhna had a total population of 243, including 133 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Chakhna?
Chakhna had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakhna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakhna was 92.54%. Male literacy was 95.93% and female literacy was 88.57%.