Churan - Nahan, Sirmaur
Churan is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Palion serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churan is 023164. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.7 hectares and falls under the 173030 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Churan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churan
According to the 2011 Census, Churan village had a total population of 245 people, including 129 males and 116 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.15%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 69.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 38 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Churan
Churan 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 Churan
Churan 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Churan is about 32 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 Churan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Churan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Churan
Where is Churan located?
Churan village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Churan?
The Gram Panchayat of Churan is Palion.
What is the pincode of Churan?
The pincode of Churan is 173030.
What is the population of Churan?
Churan had a total population of 245, including 129 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Churan?
Churan had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churan was 76.15%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 69.44%.