Chunja - Rampur, Shimla
Chunja is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Delath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunja is 023628. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.86 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Chunja 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 Chunja
According to the 2011 Census, Chunja village had a total population of 255 people, including 109 males and 146 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,339 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.22%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 73.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 255 | 109 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 75 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 34 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Chunja
Chunja 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 Chunja
Chunja 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chunja is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunja 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 Chunja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunja
Where is Chunja located?
Chunja village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunja?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunja is Delath.
What is the pincode of Chunja?
The pincode of Chunja is 172001.
What is the population of Chunja?
Chunja had a total population of 255, including 109 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Chunja?
Chunja had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunja was 75.22%. Male literacy was 78.13% and female literacy was 73.13%.