Ghundera - Saluni, Chamba
Ghundera is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Salooni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghundera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghundera is 007243. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ghundera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghundera
According to the 2011 Census, Ghundera village had a total population of 384 people, including 192 males and 192 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.61%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 65.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 384 | 192 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 125 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ghundera
Ghundera 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 Ghundera
Ghundera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Ghundera is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Ghundera is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghundera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghundera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghundera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghundera 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghundera
Where is Ghundera located?
Ghundera village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghundera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghundera is Salooni.
What is the pincode of Ghundera?
The pincode of Ghundera is 176320.
What is the population of Ghundera?
Ghundera had a total population of 384, including 192 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Ghundera?
Ghundera had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghundera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghundera was 72.61%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 65.19%.