Chalwana - Loharghat, Solan
Chalwana is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Solan. Kiarkanaitan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalwana is 020571. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Chalwana 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 Chalwana
As per Census 2011, Chalwana village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 95 males and 102 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalwana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 95 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 23 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Chalwana
Chalwana 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 Chalwana
Chalwana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Chalwana 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 Chalwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalwana 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 Chalwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalwana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chalwana
Where is Chalwana located?
Chalwana village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalwana is Kiarkanaitan.
What is the pincode of Chalwana?
The pincode of Chalwana is 174102.
What is the population of Chalwana?
Chalwana has a total population of 197, including 95 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Chalwana?
There are 41 households in Chalwana.
What is the literacy rate in Chalwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalwana is 65.99%. Male literacy is 75.79% and female literacy is 56.86%.