Munchhara - Rohru, Shimla
Munchhara is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Munchhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munchhara is 026498. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.95 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Munchhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munchhara
According to the 2011 Census, Munchhara village had a total population of 801 people, including 406 males and 395 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.26%, with male literacy at 82.51% and female literacy at 57.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351.
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 | 801 | 406 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 179 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 302 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 104 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Munchhara
Munchhara 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 Munchhara
Munchhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Shimla to Munchhara is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munchhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munchhara 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 Munchhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munchhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munchhara
Where is Munchhara located?
Munchhara village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Munchhara?
Munchhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munchhara?
The pincode of Munchhara is 171207.
What is the population of Munchhara?
Munchhara had a total population of 801, including 406 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Munchhara?
Munchhara had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munchhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munchhara was 70.26%. Male literacy was 82.51% and female literacy was 57.70%.