Era - Krishangarh, Solan
Era is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Gharsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Era village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Era is 021267. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.73 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Era village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Era
According to the 2011 Census, Era village had a total population of 82 people, including 37 males and 45 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,216 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 79.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Era
Era 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 Era
Era 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 Era is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Era
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Era village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Era
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Era village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Era
Where is Era located?
Era village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Era?
The Gram Panchayat of Era is Gharsi.
What is the pincode of Era?
The pincode of Era is 173236.
What is the population of Era?
Era had a total population of 82, including 37 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Era?
Era had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Era?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Era was 87.50%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 79.49%.