Chamhech - Theog, Shimla
Chamhech is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jais serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamhech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamhech is 025113. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.77 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Chamhech 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 Chamhech
According to the 2011 Census, Chamhech village had a total population of 162 people, including 80 males and 82 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.19%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 77.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Chamhech
Chamhech 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 Chamhech
Public transport in the Chamhech is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chamhech is about 38 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 Chamhech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamhech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chamhech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamhech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamhech
Where is Chamhech located?
Chamhech village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamhech?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamhech is Jais.
What is the pincode of Chamhech?
The pincode of Chamhech is 171201.
What is the population of Chamhech?
Chamhech had a total population of 162, including 80 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Chamhech?
Chamhech had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamhech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamhech was 82.19%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 77.33%.