Giun - Mandap, Mandi
Giun is a village situated in the Mandap tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Mandi. Langehad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giun is 013724. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.19 hectares and falls under the 175040 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Giun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giun
According to the 2011 Census, Giun village had a total population of 863 people, including 402 males and 461 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193.
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 | 863 | 402 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 330 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 72 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Giun
Giun 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 Giun
Giun 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 Mandi to Giun is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giun 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Giun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giun 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Giun
Where is Giun located?
Giun village is located in Mandap Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giun?
The Gram Panchayat of Giun is Langehad.
What is the pincode of Giun?
The pincode of Giun is 175040.
What is the population of Giun?
Giun had a total population of 863, including 402 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Giun?
Giun had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giun was 81.36%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 72.41%.