Er - Darlaghat, Solan
Er is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhundan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Er village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Er is 020444. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.7 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Er 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 Er
As per Census 2011, Er village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 117 males and 110 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Er are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 29 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Er
Er 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 Er
Er is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Er is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Er
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Er 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 Er
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Er 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 Er
Where is Er located?
Er village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Er?
The Gram Panchayat of Er is Dhundan.
What is the pincode of Er?
The pincode of Er is 173235.
What is the population of Er?
Er has a total population of 227, including 117 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Er?
There are 42 households in Er.
What is the literacy rate in Er?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Er is 69.60%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 63.64%.