Guniala

Guniala is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Ossal is the gram panchayat of Guniala village.

Here you can discover what makes Guniala unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Guniala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Guniala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guniala is 007460. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176306. Dalhousie is nearest town to Guniala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Guniala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Guniala

According to the 2011 Census, Guniala has a total population of about 496, with approximately 246 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 490. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.12%, with male literacy at about 80.08% and female literacy near 50.40%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guniala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 496 246 250
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 28 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 490 245 245
Literate Population 323 197 126
Illiterate Population 173 49 124

Connectivity of Guniala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guniala. As per the 2011 stats, Guniala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Guniala

Knowing the nearby villages of Guniala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guniala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Guniala

Where is Guniala located?
Guniala village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guniala?
The Gram Panchayat of Guniala is Ossal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Guniala?
The pincode of Guniala is 176306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Guniala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guniala is 496, with 246 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Guniala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Guniala village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guniala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guniala is 65.12%. The male literacy rate is 80.08%, while the female literacy rate is 50.40%.