Chichi - Theog, Shimla
Chichi is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Deorighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichi is 025199. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.12 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Chichi 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 Chichi
According to the 2011 Census, Chichi village had a total population of 72 people, including 36 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chichi
Chichi 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 Chichi
Chichi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Chichi is about 33 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 Chichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichi 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 Chichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichi 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 Chichi
Where is Chichi located?
Chichi village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichi is Deorighat.
What is the pincode of Chichi?
The pincode of Chichi is 171201.
What is the population of Chichi?
Chichi had a total population of 72, including 36 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Chichi?
Chichi had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichi was 86.57%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 76.47%.