Grounda - Holi, Chamba
Grounda is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Grounda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Grounda is 008122. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.61 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Grounda 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 Grounda
According to the 2011 Census, Grounda village had a total population of 243 people, including 123 males and 120 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.67%, with male literacy at 69.64% and female literacy at 55.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 45 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Grounda
Grounda 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 Grounda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Grounda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Grounda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Grounda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Grounda 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 Grounda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Grounda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Grounda
Where is Grounda located?
Grounda village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Grounda?
Grounda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Grounda?
The pincode of Grounda is 176326.
What is the population of Grounda?
Grounda had a total population of 243, including 123 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Grounda?
Grounda had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Grounda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grounda was 62.67%. Male literacy was 69.64% and female literacy was 55.24%.