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
As per Census 2011, Sanunh village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 276 males and 240 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanunh are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 516, including 276 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Sanunh?
There are 98 households in Sanunh.
What is the literacy rate in Sanunh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanunh is 60.85%. Male literacy is 74.28% and female literacy is 45.42%.