Chalog - Kunihar, Solan
Chalog is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Solan. Sai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalog is 020110. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.46 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Chalog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalog
According to the 2011 Census, Chalog village had a total population of 46 people, including 24 males and 22 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.50%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chalog
Chalog 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 Chalog
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chalog.
| 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 Solan to Chalog is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalog 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 Chalog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalog 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalog
Where is Chalog located?
Chalog village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalog?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalog is Sai.
What is the pincode of Chalog?
The pincode of Chalog is 173207.
What is the population of Chalog?
Chalog had a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Chalog?
Chalog had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalog was 57.50%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 44.44%.