Kunat - Nankhari, Shimla
Kunat is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Karangla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunat is 023724. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Kunat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunat
As per Census 2011, Kunat village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 70 males and 82 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 19 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kunat
Kunat 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 Kunat
Kunat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Shimla to Kunat is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunat 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 Kunat
Where is Kunat located?
Kunat village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunat is Karangla.
What is the pincode of Kunat?
The pincode of Kunat is 172021.
What is the population of Kunat?
Kunat has a total population of 152, including 70 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kunat?
There are 37 households in Kunat.
What is the literacy rate in Kunat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunat is 59.21%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 47.56%.