Kunna - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kunna 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 59 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunna is 007402. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Kunna 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 Kunna
According to the 2011 Census, Kunna village had a total population of 178 people, including 75 males and 103 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,373 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.50%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 66.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 178 | 75 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 75 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 18 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kunna
Kunna 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 Kunna
Kunna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Kunna is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kunna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunna 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kunna
Where is Kunna located?
Kunna village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunna is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Kunna?
The pincode of Kunna is 176301.
What is the population of Kunna?
Kunna had a total population of 178, including 75 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kunna?
Kunna had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunna was 75.50%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 66.28%.