Chamba - Panjehra, Solan
Chamba is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 119 km from Solan. Jukhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamba is 020732. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Chamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamba
As per Census 2011, Chamba village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 148 males and 142 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 116 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 32 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Chamba
Chamba 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 Chamba
Chamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Chamba is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamba
Where is Chamba located?
Chamba village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamba is Jukhari.
What is the pincode of Chamba?
The pincode of Chamba is 174101.
What is the population of Chamba?
Chamba has a total population of 290, including 148 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Chamba?
There are 52 households in Chamba.
What is the literacy rate in Chamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamba is 64.48%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 50.00%.