Chamakari - Darlaghat, Solan
Chamakari is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhundan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamakari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamakari is 020426. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.19 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Chamakari 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 Chamakari
According to the 2011 Census, Chamakari village had a total population of 295 people, including 155 males and 140 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.44%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 88.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 25 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chamakari
Chamakari 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 Chamakari
Chamakari 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 Chamakari is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamakari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamakari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamakari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamakari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamakari
Where is Chamakari located?
Chamakari village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamakari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamakari is Dhundan.
What is the pincode of Chamakari?
The pincode of Chamakari is 173235.
What is the population of Chamakari?
Chamakari had a total population of 295, including 155 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Chamakari?
Chamakari had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamakari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamakari was 93.44%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 88.19%.