Retar - Panjehra, Solan
Retar is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Solan. Ratwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Retar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Retar is 020845. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.03 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Retar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Retar
According to the 2011 Census, Retar village had a total population of 75 people, including 38 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.42%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 55.88%. 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 | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Retar
Retar 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 Retar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Retar.
| 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 Retar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Retar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Retar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Retar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Retar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Retar
Where is Retar located?
Retar village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Retar?
The Gram Panchayat of Retar is Ratwari.
What is the pincode of Retar?
The pincode of Retar is 174101.
What is the population of Retar?
Retar had a total population of 75, including 38 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Retar?
Retar had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Retar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Retar was 70.42%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 55.88%.