Gungari - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Gungari is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Lahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gungari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gungari is 011283. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.67 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Gungari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gungari
As per Census 2011, Gungari village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 113 males and 121 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 51 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gungari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 13 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Gungari
Gungari 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 Gungari
Gungari 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 Dharmsala to Gungari 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 Gungari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gungari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gungari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gungari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gungari
Where is Gungari located?
Gungari village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gungari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gungari is Lahat.
What is the pincode of Gungari?
The pincode of Gungari is 176096.
What is the population of Gungari?
Gungari has a total population of 234, including 113 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Gungari?
There are 62 households in Gungari.
What is the literacy rate in Gungari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gungari is 78.21%. Male literacy is 88.50% and female literacy is 68.60%.