Chaskar - Ramshahr, Solan
Chaskar is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Manlog Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaskar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaskar is 020698. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.21 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Chaskar 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 Chaskar
As per Census 2011, Chaskar village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 28 males and 33 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaskar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chaskar
Chaskar 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 Chaskar
Chaskar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chaskar is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaskar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaskar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaskar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaskar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaskar
Where is Chaskar located?
Chaskar village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaskar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaskar is Manlog Kalan.
What is the pincode of Chaskar?
The pincode of Chaskar is 173218.
What is the population of Chaskar?
Chaskar has a total population of 61, including 28 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Chaskar?
There are 16 households in Chaskar.
What is the literacy rate in Chaskar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaskar is 70.49%. Male literacy is 82.14% and female literacy is 60.61%.