Chauhra

Chauhra is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chauhra village is also a gram panchayat.

Chauhra 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 Chauhra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauhra is 031977. The village spans a total geographical area of 251 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 210216. Garhshankar is nearest town to Chauhra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chauhra

Below is a concise population overview of Chauhra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,630 821 809
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 105 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 637 312 325
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,234 633 601
Illiterate Population 396 188 208

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chauhra village:

  • The total population of Chauhra village is around 1,630, including approximately 821 males and 809 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Chauhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chauhra village has 637 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chauhra village is about 75.71%, with male literacy at 77.10% and female literacy at 74.29%.
  • There are around 335 households in Chauhra village.

Connectivity of Chauhra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauhra. As per the 2011 stats, Chauhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chauhra

Knowing the nearby villages of Chauhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauhra.

Dogarpur Dagam Fatehpur Kalan Dairon Denowal Kalan Basiala Rasulpur Bakapur Guru Golewal Alipur Rurki Khas

Frequently Asked Questions about Chauhra

Where is Chauhra located?
Chauhra village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauhra?
Chauhra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chauhra?
The pincode of Chauhra is 210216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chauhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauhra is 1,630, with 821 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Chauhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauhra village has a total of 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauhra is 75.71%. The male literacy rate is 77.10%, while the female literacy rate is 74.29%.