Guwahla - Holi, Chamba
Guwahla is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuleth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guwahla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwahla is 008073. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.37 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Guwahla 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 Guwahla
According to the 2011 Census, Guwahla village had a total population of 252 people, including 132 males and 120 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 64.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 101 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Guwahla
Guwahla 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 Guwahla
Guwahla 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 5-10 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 Guwahla is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwahla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwahla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guwahla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwahla 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guwahla
Where is Guwahla located?
Guwahla village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwahla?
The Gram Panchayat of Guwahla is Kuleth.
What is the pincode of Guwahla?
The pincode of Guwahla is 176326.
What is the population of Guwahla?
Guwahla had a total population of 252, including 132 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Guwahla?
Guwahla had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guwahla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwahla was 75.88%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 64.86%.