Khundimral - Saluni, Chamba
Khundimral is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khundimral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khundimral is 007096. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.25 hectares and falls under the 176319 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Khundimral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khundimral
According to the 2011 Census, Khundimral village had a total population of 90 people, including 58 males and 32 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 552 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.15%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 90 | 58 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 25 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 33 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Khundimral
Khundimral 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 Khundimral
Khundimral 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 5-10 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 Khundimral is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khundimral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khundimral 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khundimral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khundimral 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khundimral
Where is Khundimral located?
Khundimral village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khundimral?
The Gram Panchayat of Khundimral is Bhandal.
What is the pincode of Khundimral?
The pincode of Khundimral is 176319.
What is the population of Khundimral?
Khundimral had a total population of 90, including 58 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Khundimral?
Khundimral had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khundimral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khundimral was 34.15%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 11.11%.