Chundi - Churah, Chamba
Chundi is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 93 km from Chamba. Banantar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chundi is 006886. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Chundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chundi
According to the 2011 Census, Chundi village had a total population of 232 people, including 116 males and 116 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.91%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 44.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 81 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 35 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Chundi
Chundi 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 Chundi
Public transport in the Chundi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Chundi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chundi 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 Chundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chundi 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chundi
Where is Chundi located?
Chundi village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chundi is Banantar.
What is the pincode of Chundi?
The pincode of Chundi is 176321.
What is the population of Chundi?
Chundi had a total population of 232, including 116 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Chundi?
Chundi had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chundi was 59.91%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 44.23%.