Gharer - Baddi, Solan
Gharer is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Nalka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharer is 021165. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 173233 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Gharer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharer
According to the 2011 Census, Gharer village had a total population of 111 people, including 57 males and 54 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 59.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 9 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Gharer
Gharer 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 Gharer
Gharer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Gharer is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharer 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gharer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gharer
Where is Gharer located?
Gharer village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharer?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharer is Nalka.
What is the pincode of Gharer?
The pincode of Gharer is 173233.
What is the population of Gharer?
Gharer had a total population of 111, including 57 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Gharer?
Gharer had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharer was 76.77%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 59.57%.