Chakhru - Darlaghat, Solan
Chakhru is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kashlog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakhru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakhru is 020348. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Chakhru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakhru
According to the 2011 Census, Chakhru village had a total population of 70 people, including 38 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.46%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 64.52%.
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 | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chakhru
Chakhru 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 Chakhru
Chakhru 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 | 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 Solan to Chakhru is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakhru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakhru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakhru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakhru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakhru
Where is Chakhru located?
Chakhru village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakhru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakhru is Kashlog.
What is the pincode of Chakhru?
The pincode of Chakhru is 171102.
What is the population of Chakhru?
Chakhru had a total population of 70, including 38 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Chakhru?
Chakhru had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakhru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakhru was 78.46%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 64.52%.