Mundhara - Dharwala, Chamba
Mundhara is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Chamba. Gehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundhara is 007870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.89 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Mundhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundhara
According to the 2011 Census, Mundhara village had a total population of 322 people, including 164 males and 158 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.71%, with male literacy at 71.01% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 322 | 164 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 98 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 66 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Mundhara
Mundhara 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 Mundhara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mundhara.
| 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 Mundhara is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundhara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundhara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundhara
Where is Mundhara located?
Mundhara village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundhara is Gehra.
What is the pincode of Mundhara?
The pincode of Mundhara is 176311.
What is the population of Mundhara?
Mundhara had a total population of 322, including 164 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Mundhara?
Mundhara had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundhara was 59.71%. Male literacy was 71.01% and female literacy was 48.15%.