Chaba - Sunni, Shimla
Chaba is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Shimla. Shakrori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaba is 024072. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaba
According to the 2011 Census, Chaba village had a total population of 80 people, including 51 males and 29 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 569 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.56%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 80 | 51 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 41 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Chaba
Chaba 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 Chaba
Chaba 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 | 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 Chaba is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaba 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chaba
Where is Chaba located?
Chaba village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaba is Shakrori.
What is the pincode of Chaba?
The pincode of Chaba is 171301.
What is the population of Chaba?
Chaba had a total population of 80, including 51 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Chaba?
Chaba had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaba was 83.56%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 76.92%.