Chauki Charech - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Chauki Charech is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauki Charech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki Charech is 022777. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Chauki Charech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauki Charech
According to the 2011 Census, Chauki Charech village had a total population of 293 people, including 150 males and 143 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.32%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 85.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 132 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki Charech
Chauki Charech 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 Chauki Charech
Chauki Charech is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nahan to Chauki Charech is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauki Charech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauki Charech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauki Charech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauki Charech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chauki Charech
Where is Chauki Charech located?
Chauki Charech village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauki Charech?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauki Charech is Sarahan.
What is the pincode of Chauki Charech?
The pincode of Chauki Charech is 173024.
What is the population of Chauki Charech?
Chauki Charech had a total population of 293, including 150 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Chauki Charech?
Chauki Charech had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki Charech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki Charech was 91.32%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 85.27%.