Chaird - Theog, Shimla
Chaird is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Makhdole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaird village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaird is 025180. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.12 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Chaird village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaird
According to the 2011 Census, Chaird village had a total population of 322 people, including 162 males and 160 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.12%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 322 | 162 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 136 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 26 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chaird
Chaird 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 Chaird
Chaird is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chaird is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaird
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaird 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaird
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaird 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 Chaird
Where is Chaird located?
Chaird village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaird?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaird is Makhdole.
What is the pincode of Chaird?
The pincode of Chaird is 171201.
What is the population of Chaird?
Chaird had a total population of 322, including 162 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Chaird?
Chaird had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaird?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaird was 85.12%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 76.92%.