Haunchali - Chirgaon, Shimla
Haunchali is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gaonsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haunchali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haunchali is 026552. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.52 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Haunchali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Haunchali
According to the 2011 Census, Haunchali village had a total population of 376 people, including 183 males and 193 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.12%, with male literacy at 72.56% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 376 | 183 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 64 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Haunchali
Haunchali 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 Haunchali
Haunchali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Haunchali is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haunchali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haunchali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haunchali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haunchali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Haunchali
Where is Haunchali located?
Haunchali village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haunchali?
The Gram Panchayat of Haunchali is Gaonsari.
What is the pincode of Haunchali?
The pincode of Haunchali is 171208.
What is the population of Haunchali?
Haunchali had a total population of 376, including 183 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Haunchali?
Haunchali had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haunchali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haunchali was 65.12%. Male literacy was 72.56% and female literacy was 58.33%.