Churayan - Kupvi, Shimla
Churayan is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 200 km from Shimla. Churayan Dak-sharad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churayan is 025674. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.7 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Churayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churayan
According to the 2011 Census, Churayan village had a total population of 81 people, including 41 males and 40 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.67%, with male literacy at 65.79% and female literacy at 59.46%.
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 | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Churayan
Churayan 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 Churayan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Churayan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Churayan is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churayan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Churayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churayan 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 Churayan
Where is Churayan located?
Churayan village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Churayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Churayan is Churayan Dak-sharad.
What is the pincode of Churayan?
The pincode of Churayan is 171217.
What is the population of Churayan?
Churayan had a total population of 81, including 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Churayan?
Churayan had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churayan was 62.67%. Male literacy was 65.79% and female literacy was 59.46%.