Chhirka
Chhirka is a village located in Maudaha tehsil of Hamirpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Maudaha (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Hamirpur. As per 2009 stats, Chhirka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhirka unique in its vibrant Maudaha-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Chhirka’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 Chhirka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhirka is 154237. The village spans a total geographical area of 986.68 hectares. Maudaha is nearest town to Chhirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Chhirka
Population of Chhirka
According to the 2011 Census, Chhirka has a total population of about 3,376, with approximately 1,843 males and 1,533 females. The sex ratio is around 831 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 549 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 670 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 52.75%, with male literacy at about 64.19% and female literacy near 39.01%. There are around 622 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhirka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,376 | 1,843 | 1,533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 278 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 362 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,781 | 1,183 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 660 | 935 |
Connectivity of Chhirka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhirka. As per the 2011 stats, Chhirka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhirka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhirka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhirka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhirka
- Where is Chhirka located?
- Chhirka village is situated in Maudaha Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhirka?
- Chhirka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chhirka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhirka is 3,376, with 1,843 males and 1,533 females.
- How many households are there in Chhirka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhirka village has a total of 622 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhirka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhirka is 52.75%. The male literacy rate is 64.19%, while the female literacy rate is 39.01%.