Chait - Kunihar, Solan
Chait is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Solan. Badog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chait village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chait is 020159. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.6 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Chait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Chait
According to the 2011 Census, Chait village had a total population of 32 people, including 15 males and 17 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 88.24%.
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 | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Chait
Chait 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 Chait
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chait.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chait is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chait
Where is Chait located?
Chait village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chait?
The Gram Panchayat of Chait is Badog.
What is the pincode of Chait?
The pincode of Chait is 173207.
What is the population of Chait?
Chait had a total population of 32, including 15 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Chait?
Chait had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chait was 90.00%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 88.24%.