Chhanog

Chhanog is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 152km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Chhanog village. As per 2009 stats, Chaijan is the gram panchayat of Chhanog village.

Chhanog has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chhanog

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhanog is 025898. The village spans a total geographical area of 237 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Chhanog village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chhanog village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chhanog

Below is a concise population overview of Chhanog as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 106 53 53
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 5 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 13 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 2 4
Literate Population 59 32 27
Illiterate Population 47 21 26

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhanog village:

  • The total population of Chhanog village is around 106, including approximately 53 males and 53 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Chhanog village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhanog village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chhanog village is about 55.66%, with male literacy at 60.38% and female literacy at 50.94%.
  • There are around 19 households in Chhanog village.

Connectivity of Chhanog

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhanog. As per the 2011 stats, Chhanog had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhanog

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhanog helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhanog.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhanog

Where is Chhanog located?
Chhanog village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhanog?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhanog is Chaijan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhanog?
The pincode of Chhanog is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhanog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhanog is 106, with 53 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Chhanog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhanog village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhanog as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhanog is 55.66%. The male literacy rate is 60.38%, while the female literacy rate is 50.94%.