Gunsa - Nerwa, Shimla
Gunsa is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 121 km from Shimla. Lalpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunsa is 025766. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.97 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Gunsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunsa
As per Census 2011, Gunsa village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 67 males and 64 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gunsa
Gunsa 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 Gunsa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gunsa.
| 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 Gunsa is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunsa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunsa
Where is Gunsa located?
Gunsa village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunsa is Lalpani.
What is the pincode of Gunsa?
The pincode of Gunsa is 171210.
What is the population of Gunsa?
Gunsa has a total population of 131, including 67 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Gunsa?
There are 24 households in Gunsa.
What is the literacy rate in Gunsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunsa is 69.47%. Male literacy is 80.60% and female literacy is 57.81%.