Chahar
Chahar is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Thandal is the gram panchayat of Chahar village.
Chahar has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chahar is 031783. The village spans a total geographical area of 42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144404. Mahilpur is nearest town to Chahar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chahar
Population of Chahar
Below is a concise population overview of Chahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 212 | 113 | 99 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 155 | 85 | 70 |
Illiterate Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chahar village:
- The total population of Chahar village is around 212, including approximately 113 males and 99 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Chahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chahar village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chahar village is about 73.11%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 70.71%.
- There are around 46 households in Chahar village.
Connectivity of Chahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chahar. As per the 2011 stats, Chahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chahar
- Where is Chahar located?
- Chahar village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chahar is Thandal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chahar?
- The pincode of Chahar is 144404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chahar is 212, with 113 males and 99 females.
- How many households are there in Chahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chahar village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chahar is 73.11%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 70.71%.