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
As per Census 2011, Ghundera village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 192 males and 192 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghundera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 384, including 192 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Ghundera?
There are 67 households in Ghundera.
What is the literacy rate in Ghundera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghundera is 59.38%. Male literacy is 65.10% and female literacy is 53.65%.