Chilla - Loharghat, Solan
Chilla is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Solan. Saur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilla is 020544. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Chilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chilla
According to the 2011 Census, Chilla village had a total population of 51 people, including 29 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 759 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.17%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chilla
Chilla 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 Chilla
Chilla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Chilla is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chilla
Where is Chilla located?
Chilla village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilla is Saur.
What is the pincode of Chilla?
The pincode of Chilla is 174102.
What is the population of Chilla?
Chilla had a total population of 51, including 29 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Chilla?
Chilla had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilla was 54.17%. Male literacy was 62.96% and female literacy was 42.86%.