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
As per Census 2011, Gharyana village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 161 males and 144 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 161 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| 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 has a total population of 305, including 161 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Gharyana?
There are 63 households in Gharyana.
What is the literacy rate in Gharyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharyana is 74.75%. Male literacy is 81.37% and female literacy is 67.36%.