Gharyana - Sunni, Shimla
Gharyana is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from Shimla. Gharyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharyana is 024056. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.44 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Gharyana 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 Gharyana
According to the 2011 Census, Gharyana village had a total population of 305 people, including 161 males and 144 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.41%, with male literacy at 98.50% and female literacy at 79.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 305 | 161 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 131 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 30 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gharyana
Gharyana 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 Gharyana
Gharyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Gharyana 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 Gharyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gharyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gharyana
Where is Gharyana located?
Gharyana village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharyana?
Gharyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gharyana?
The pincode of Gharyana is 171301.
What is the population of Gharyana?
Gharyana had a total population of 305, including 161 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Gharyana?
Gharyana had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharyana was 89.41%. Male literacy was 98.50% and female literacy was 79.51%.