Chandol - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Chandol is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 143 km from Nahan. Chandol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandol is 022540. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Chandol 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 Chandol
According to the 2011 Census, Chandol village had a total population of 248 people, including 124 males and 124 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.07%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 84.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Chandol
Chandol 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 Chandol
Chandol 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Chandol is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandol 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 Chandol
Where is Chandol located?
Chandol village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandol?
Chandol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandol?
The pincode of Chandol is 173024.
What is the population of Chandol?
Chandol had a total population of 248, including 124 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Chandol?
Chandol had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandol was 88.07%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 84.55%.