Chara

Chara is a village located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Chara village. As per 2009 stats, Mittian is the gram panchayat of Chara village.

Here you can discover what makes Chara unique in its vibrant Nalagarh-Solan region. You’ll see Chara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chara is 020926. The village spans a total geographical area of 38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174101. Nalagarh is nearest town to Chara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chara

According to the 2011 Census, Chara has a total population of about 94, with approximately 48 males and 46 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.45%, with male literacy at about 62.50% and female literacy near 52.17%. There are around 16 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 94 48 46
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 9 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 54 30 24
Illiterate Population 40 18 22

Connectivity of Chara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chara. As per the 2011 stats, Chara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chara

Knowing the nearby villages of Chara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chara

Where is Chara located?
Chara village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chara is Mittian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chara?
The pincode of Chara is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chara is 94, with 48 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chara village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chara is 57.45%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.