Gunyala - Dalhousie, Chamba
Gunyala is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Osal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunyala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunyala is 007460. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.34 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gunyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunyala
According to the 2011 Census, Gunyala village had a total population of 496 people, including 246 males and 250 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 90.37% and female literacy at 57.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 490.
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 | 496 | 246 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 245 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 197 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 49 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Gunyala
Gunyala 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 Gunyala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gunyala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Gunyala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Gunyala is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunyala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunyala
Where is Gunyala located?
Gunyala village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunyala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunyala is Osal.
What is the pincode of Gunyala?
The pincode of Gunyala is 176306.
What is the population of Gunyala?
Gunyala had a total population of 496, including 246 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Gunyala?
Gunyala had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunyala was 73.58%. Male literacy was 90.37% and female literacy was 57.01%.