Kunah - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kunah is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunah is 007392. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.05 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Kunah 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 Kunah
According to the 2011 Census, Kunah village had a total population of 119 people, including 54 males and 65 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.96%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 62.71%.
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 | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 12 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kunah
Kunah 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 Kunah
Kunah 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 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 Chamba to Kunah is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kunah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kunah
Where is Kunah located?
Kunah village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunah?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunah is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Kunah?
The pincode of Kunah is 176303.
What is the population of Kunah?
Kunah had a total population of 119, including 54 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Kunah?
Kunah had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunah was 75.96%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 62.71%.