Gainda - Sunni, Shimla
Gainda is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from Shimla. Khatnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gainda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gainda is 024195. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Gainda 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gainda
According to the 2011 Census, Gainda village had a total population of 59 people, including 35 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 686 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Gainda
Gainda 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 Gainda
Public transport in the Gainda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gainda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gainda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gainda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gainda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gainda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gainda
Where is Gainda located?
Gainda village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gainda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gainda is Khatnol.
What is the pincode of Gainda?
The pincode of Gainda is 171301.
What is the population of Gainda?
Gainda had a total population of 59, including 35 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gainda?
Gainda had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gainda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gainda was 86.79%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 80.95%.