Chanalag
Chanalag is a village located in Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Sarahan. Sarahan is the sub-district headquarter of Chanalag village. As per 2009 stats, Lana Banka is the gram panchayat of Chanalag village.
Chanalag has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chanalag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanalag is 022880. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173024. Rajgarh is nearest town to Chanalag village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chanalag village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chanalag
Population of Chanalag
Below is a concise population overview of Chanalag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chanalag village:
- The total population of Chanalag village is around 186, including approximately 94 males and 92 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Chanalag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chanalag village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chanalag village is about 87.63%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 86.96%.
- There are around 42 households in Chanalag village.
Connectivity of Chanalag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanalag. As per the 2011 stats, Chanalag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanalag
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanalag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanalag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanalag
- Where is Chanalag located?
- Chanalag village is situated in Pachhad Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanalag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chanalag is Lana Banka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chanalag?
- The pincode of Chanalag is 173024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanalag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanalag is 186, with 94 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Chanalag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanalag village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanalag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanalag is 87.63%. The male literacy rate is 88.30%, while the female literacy rate is 86.96%.