Up Mahal Chour
Up Mahal Chour is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 142km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Up Mahal Chour village. As per 2009 stats, Chaijan is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Chour village.
Here you can discover what makes Up Mahal Chour unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Up Mahal Chour’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Up Mahal Chour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Up Mahal Chour is 025911. The village spans a total geographical area of 277.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Up Mahal Chour village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Up Mahal Chour 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.
Google Map of Up Mahal Chour
Population of Up Mahal Chour
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Chour has a total population of about 195, with approximately 104 males and 91 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 14 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 92 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.56%, with male literacy at about 69.23% and female literacy near 54.95%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Up Mahal Chour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 122 | 72 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Connectivity of Up Mahal Chour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Up Mahal Chour. As per the 2011 stats, Up Mahal Chour had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Chour
Knowing the nearby villages of Up Mahal Chour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Up Mahal Chour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Up Mahal Chour
- Where is Up Mahal Chour located?
- Up Mahal Chour village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Chour?
- The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Chour is Chaijan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Up Mahal Chour?
- The pincode of Up Mahal Chour is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Up Mahal Chour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Up Mahal Chour is 195, with 104 males and 91 females.
- How many households are there in Up Mahal Chour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Chour village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Chour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Up Mahal Chour is 62.56%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 54.95%.