Chuhni - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Chuhni is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuhni is 014381. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.53 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Chuhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuhni
According to the 2011 Census, Chuhni village had a total population of 105 people, including 55 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.17%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 78.72%.
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 | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chuhni
Chuhni 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 Chuhni
Chuhni 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 Mandi to Chuhni is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuhni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chuhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuhni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chuhni
Where is Chuhni located?
Chuhni village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuhni is Ghiri.
What is the pincode of Chuhni?
The pincode of Chuhni is 175031.
What is the population of Chuhni?
Chuhni had a total population of 105, including 55 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Chuhni?
Chuhni had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuhni was 86.17%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 78.72%.