Chatyar - Sunni, Shimla
Chatyar is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Ghaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatyar is 024091. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.79 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chatyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatyar
According to the 2011 Census, Chatyar village had a total population of 191 people, including 97 males and 94 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 78.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 191 | 97 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Chatyar
Chatyar 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 Chatyar
Chatyar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chatyar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chatyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chatyar
Where is Chatyar located?
Chatyar village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatyar is Ghaini.
What is the pincode of Chatyar?
The pincode of Chatyar is 171301.
What is the population of Chatyar?
Chatyar had a total population of 191, including 97 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Chatyar?
Chatyar had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatyar was 86.11%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 78.65%.