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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chunjar village had a total population of 133 people, including 76 males and 57 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.24%, with male literacy at 68.66% and female literacy at 65.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 76 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 133, including 76 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Chunjar?
Chunjar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunjar was 67.24%. Male literacy was 68.66% and female literacy was 65.31%.