Chunjar - Rohru, Shimla
Chunjar is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sheel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunjar is 026520. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Chunjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunjar
As per Census 2011, Chunjar village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 76 males and 57 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunjar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 76 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Chunjar
Chunjar 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 Chunjar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chunjar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chunjar is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chunjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunjar
Where is Chunjar located?
Chunjar village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunjar is Sheel.
What is the pincode of Chunjar?
The pincode of Chunjar is 171207.
What is the population of Chunjar?
Chunjar has a total population of 133, including 76 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Chunjar?
There are 32 households in Chunjar.
What is the literacy rate in Chunjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunjar is 58.65%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 56.14%.