Hunera - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Hunera is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Awahn serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hunera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunera is 007538. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.77 hectares and falls under the 176313 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Hunera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hunera
As per Census 2011, Hunera village has a total population of 236 people, consisting of 112 males and 124 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hunera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 236 | 112 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 37 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Hunera
Hunera 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 Hunera
Hunera 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 Chamba to Hunera is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunera 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 Hunera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hunera
Where is Hunera located?
Hunera village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunera?
The Gram Panchayat of Hunera is Awahn.
What is the pincode of Hunera?
The pincode of Hunera is 176313.
What is the population of Hunera?
Hunera has a total population of 236, including 112 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Hunera?
There are 45 households in Hunera.
What is the literacy rate in Hunera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunera is 61.02%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 55.65%.