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
According to the 2011 Census, Changar village had a total population of 37 people, including 22 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 682 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.44%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 92.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 37, including 22 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Changar?
Changar had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changar was 94.44%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 92.86%.