Chalama - Darlaghat, Solan
Chalama is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Materni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalama is 020003. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Chalama 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 Chalama
According to the 2011 Census, Chalama village had a total population of 107 people, including 58 males and 49 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.32%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 51.22%.
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 | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 42 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chalama
Chalama 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 Chalama
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chalama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chalama is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalama 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalama 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalama
Where is Chalama located?
Chalama village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalama is Materni.
What is the pincode of Chalama?
The pincode of Chalama is 171102.
What is the population of Chalama?
Chalama had a total population of 107, including 58 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Chalama?
Chalama had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalama was 66.32%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 51.22%.