Chiyar - Ramshahr, Solan
Chiyar is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Matuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiyar is 020667. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.65 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Chiyar 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 Chiyar
According to the 2011 Census, Chiyar village had a total population of 91 people, including 44 males and 47 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.50%, with male literacy at 64.86% and female literacy at 51.16%.
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 | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Chiyar
Chiyar 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 Chiyar
Chiyar 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 Chiyar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiyar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiyar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chiyar
Where is Chiyar located?
Chiyar village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiyar is Matuli.
What is the pincode of Chiyar?
The pincode of Chiyar is 174102.
What is the population of Chiyar?
Chiyar had a total population of 91, including 44 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Chiyar?
Chiyar had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiyar was 57.50%. Male literacy was 64.86% and female literacy was 51.16%.