Chhinog - Nerwa, Shimla
Chhinog is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 152 km from Shimla. Chaijan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhinog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhinog is 025898. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Chhinog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chhinog
As per Census 2011, Chhinog village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 53 males and 53 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhinog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chhinog
Chhinog 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 Chhinog
Chhinog 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chhinog is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhinog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhinog 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhinog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhinog 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 Chhinog
Where is Chhinog located?
Chhinog village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhinog?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhinog is Chaijan.
What is the pincode of Chhinog?
The pincode of Chhinog is 171210.
What is the population of Chhinog?
Chhinog has a total population of 106, including 53 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Chhinog?
There are 19 households in Chhinog.
What is the literacy rate in Chhinog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhinog is 55.66%. Male literacy is 60.38% and female literacy is 50.94%.