Sanunh - Saluni, Chamba
Sanunh is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanooh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanunh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanunh is 007132. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.38 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sanunh 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 Sanunh
According to the 2011 Census, Sanunh village had a total population of 516 people, including 276 males and 240 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.47%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 52.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 516 | 276 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 205 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 71 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Sanunh
Sanunh 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 Sanunh
Sanunh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Sanunh is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanunh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanunh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanunh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanunh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sanunh
Where is Sanunh located?
Sanunh village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanunh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanunh is Sanooh.
What is the pincode of Sanunh?
The pincode of Sanunh is 176320.
What is the population of Sanunh?
Sanunh had a total population of 516, including 276 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Sanunh?
Sanunh had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanunh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanunh was 69.47%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 52.40%.