Guila - Churah, Chamba
Guila is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from Chamba. Guila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guila is 006789. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Guila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Guila
As per Census 2011, Guila village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 399 males and 346 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 399 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 229 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 170 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Guila
Guila 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 Guila
Guila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Guila is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guila 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guila 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guila
Where is Guila located?
Guila village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guila?
Guila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guila?
The pincode of Guila is 176316.
What is the population of Guila?
Guila has a total population of 745, including 399 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Guila?
There are 126 households in Guila.
What is the literacy rate in Guila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guila is 50.07%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 41.62%.