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
As per Census 2011, Gainda village has a total population of 59 people, consisting of 35 males and 24 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 685 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gainda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 59, including 35 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gainda?
There are 12 households in Gainda.
What is the literacy rate in Gainda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gainda is 77.97%. Male literacy is 82.86% and female literacy is 70.83%.