Chila - Sunni, Shimla
Chila is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Shimla. Mandhor Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chila is 023992. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.97 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chila 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 Chila
As per Census 2011, Chila village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 21 males and 19 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Chila
Chila 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 Chila
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chila is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chila 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 Chila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chila 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 Chila
Where is Chila located?
Chila village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chila?
The Gram Panchayat of Chila is Mandhor Ghat.
What is the pincode of Chila?
The pincode of Chila is 171301.
What is the population of Chila?
Chila has a total population of 40, including 21 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Chila?
There are 7 households in Chila.
What is the literacy rate in Chila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chila is 45.00%. Male literacy is 47.62% and female literacy is 42.11%.