Changar - Darlaghat, Solan
Changar is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Solan. Surajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Changar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changar is 019966. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.5 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Changar 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 Changar
As per Census 2011, Changar village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 22 males and 15 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 681 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 3 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Changar
Changar 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 Changar
Public transport in the Changar is mainly available through shared van 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 Changar 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 Changar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Changar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Changar
Where is Changar located?
Changar village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changar?
The Gram Panchayat of Changar is Surajpur.
What is the pincode of Changar?
The pincode of Changar is 173235.
What is the population of Changar?
Changar has a total population of 37, including 22 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Changar?
There are 7 households in Changar.
What is the literacy rate in Changar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changar is 91.89%. Male literacy is 95.45% and female literacy is 86.67%.