Chandni - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Chandni is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chandni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandni is 023399. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Chandni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandni
As per Census 2011, Chandni village has a total population of 1,101 people, consisting of 593 males and 508 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 593 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 175 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 466 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 127 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Chandni
Chandni 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 Chandni
Chandni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Chandni is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandni 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 Chandni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandni
Where is Chandni located?
Chandni village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandni?
Chandni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandni?
The pincode of Chandni is 173021.
What is the population of Chandni?
Chandni has a total population of 1,101, including 593 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Chandni?
There are 194 households in Chandni.
What is the literacy rate in Chandni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandni is 69.94%. Male literacy is 78.58% and female literacy is 59.84%.