Guthan
Guthan is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Guthan village. As per 2009 stats, Salooni is the gram panchayat of Guthan village.
Here you can discover what makes Guthan unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Guthan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guthan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guthan is 007230. The village spans a total geographical area of 62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Guthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guthan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guthan
Population of Guthan
According to the 2011 Census, Guthan has a total population of about 111, with approximately 65 males and 46 females. The sex ratio is around 707 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.86%, with male literacy at about 83.08% and female literacy near 39.13%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guthan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 111 | 65 | 46 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
Literate Population | 72 | 54 | 18 |
Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Connectivity of Guthan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guthan. As per the 2011 stats, Guthan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guthan
Knowing the nearby villages of Guthan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guthan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guthan
- Where is Guthan located?
- Guthan village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guthan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guthan is Salooni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guthan?
- The pincode of Guthan is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guthan is 111, with 65 males and 46 females.
- How many households are there in Guthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guthan village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guthan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guthan is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 83.08%, while the female literacy rate is 39.13%.