Chharan - Loharghat, Solan
Chharan is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Solan. Saur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chharan is 020557. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Chharan 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 Chharan
According to the 2011 Census, Chharan village had a total population of 20 people, including 11 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Chharan
Chharan 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 Chharan
Chharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chharan is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chharan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chharan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chharan
Where is Chharan located?
Chharan village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chharan is Saur.
What is the pincode of Chharan?
The pincode of Chharan is 174102.
What is the population of Chharan?
Chharan had a total population of 20, including 11 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Chharan?
Chharan had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chharan was 64.71%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 50.00%.