Gunas - Thunag, Mandi
Gunas is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Lehthach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunas is 015075. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.64 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Gunas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunas
According to the 2011 Census, Gunas village had a total population of 534 people, including 278 males and 256 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.52%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 69.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 534 | 278 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 207 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 71 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Gunas
Gunas 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 Gunas
Public transport in the Gunas 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 Gunas is about 65 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 Gunas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gunas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunas
Where is Gunas located?
Gunas village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunas?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunas is Lehthach.
What is the pincode of Gunas?
The pincode of Gunas is 175035.
What is the population of Gunas?
Gunas had a total population of 534, including 278 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Gunas?
Gunas had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunas was 77.52%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 69.20%.