Chekul - Kumarsain, Shimla
Chekul is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 137 km from Shimla. Janjelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chekul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chekul is 023834. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.56 hectares and falls under the 172027 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Chekul 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 Chekul
According to the 2011 Census, Chekul village had a total population of 54 people, including 30 males and 24 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 85.00%.
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 | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Chekul
Chekul 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 Chekul
Public transport in the Chekul 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 Chekul is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chekul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chekul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chekul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chekul 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 Chekul
Where is Chekul located?
Chekul village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chekul?
The Gram Panchayat of Chekul is Janjelli.
What is the pincode of Chekul?
The pincode of Chekul is 172027.
What is the population of Chekul?
Chekul had a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Chekul?
Chekul had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chekul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chekul was 84.78%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 85.00%.