Chalkana
About Chalkana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalkana village is 022928. Chalkana village is located in Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 34km away from district headquarter Sarahan. Sarahan is the sub-district headquarter of Chalkana village. As per 2009 stats, Bajga is the gram panchayat of Chalkana village.
The total geographical area of village is 138 hectares. Chalkana has a total population of 161 peoples, out of which male population is 82 while female population is 79. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalkana village is 66.46% out of which 78.05% males and 54.43% females are literate. There are about 33 houses in chalkana village. Pincode of chalkana village locality is 173024.
When it comes to administration, Chalkana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chalkana village comes under Pachhad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to chalkana village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chalkana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 64 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Connectivity of Chalkana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkana
Where is Chalkana located?
Chalkana village is situated in Pachhad Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalkana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalkana is Bajga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalkana?
The pincode of Chalkana is 173024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkana is 161, with 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalkana village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkana is 66.46%. The male literacy rate is 78.05%, while the female literacy rate is 54.43%.