Guin - Dhira, Kangra
Guin is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Gaggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guin is 011175. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.31 hectares and falls under the 176060 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Guin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guin
According to the 2011 Census, Guin village had a total population of 38 people, including 18 males and 20 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 68.42%.
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 | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Guin
Guin 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 Guin
Guin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Guin is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guin 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guin
Where is Guin located?
Guin village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guin?
The Gram Panchayat of Guin is Gaggal.
What is the pincode of Guin?
The pincode of Guin is 176060.
What is the population of Guin?
Guin had a total population of 38, including 18 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Guin?
Guin had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guin was 78.79%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 68.42%.