Rusmas - Pangi, Chamba
Rusmas is a village situated in the Pangi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Sural serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rusmas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rusmas is 006681. The village covers a total geographical area of 1206 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Rusmas 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 Rusmas
As per Census 2011, Rusmas village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 106 males and 122 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rusmas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 88 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 35 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Rusmas
Rusmas 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 Rusmas
Public transport in the Rusmas is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rusmas is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rusmas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rusmas 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rusmas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rusmas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rusmas
Where is Rusmas located?
Rusmas village is located in Pangi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rusmas?
The Gram Panchayat of Rusmas is Sural.
What is the pincode of Rusmas?
The pincode of Rusmas is 176323.
What is the population of Rusmas?
Rusmas has a total population of 228, including 106 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Rusmas?
There are 41 households in Rusmas.
What is the literacy rate in Rusmas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rusmas is 61.40%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 56.56%.