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.
Here you can discover what makes Chauhra unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chauhra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Chauhra
Population of Chauhra
According to the 2011 Census, Chauhra has a total population of about 1,630, with approximately 821 males and 809 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 637 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.71%, with male literacy at about 77.10% and female literacy near 74.29%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauhra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.