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
As per Census 2011, Churath village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 59 males and 55 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 114, including 59 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Churath?
There are 32 households in Churath.
What is the literacy rate in Churath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churath is 78.07%. Male literacy is 81.36% and female literacy is 74.55%.