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
According to the 2011 Census, Er village had a total population of 227 people, including 117 males and 110 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 227, including 117 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Er?
Er had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Er?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Er was 78.22%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 71.43%.