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
As per Census 2011, Chamhech village has a total population of 162 people, consisting of 80 males and 82 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamhech are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| 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 has a total population of 162, including 80 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Chamhech?
There are 30 households in Chamhech.
What is the literacy rate in Chamhech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamhech is 74.07%. Male literacy is 77.50% and female literacy is 70.73%.