Chauhan - Kotgarh, Shimla
Chauhan is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Shimla. Shamathla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauhan is 023904. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.62 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Chauhan 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 Chauhan
According to the 2011 Census, Chauhan village had a total population of 11 people, including 8 males and 3 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Chauhan
Chauhan 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 Chauhan
Chauhan 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 Chauhan is about 92 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 Chauhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauhan
Where is Chauhan located?
Chauhan village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauhan is Shamathla.
What is the pincode of Chauhan?
The pincode of Chauhan is 172030.
What is the population of Chauhan?
Chauhan had a total population of 11, including 8 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Chauhan?
Chauhan had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauhan was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.