Churath - Kotgarh, Shimla
Churath is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 79 km from Shimla. Madhawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churath is 023943. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.47 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Churath 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 Churath
According to the 2011 Census, Churath village had a total population of 114 people, including 59 males and 55 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.41%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Churath
Churath 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 Churath
Churath 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 Churath is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Churath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Churath
Where is Churath located?
Churath village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churath?
The Gram Panchayat of Churath is Madhawani.
What is the pincode of Churath?
The pincode of Churath is 172031.
What is the population of Churath?
Churath had a total population of 114, including 59 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Churath?
Churath had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churath was 82.41%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 80.39%.