Gulthani - Sunni, Shimla
Gulthani is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from Shimla. Deola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulthani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulthani is 024219. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Gulthani 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 Gulthani
As per Census 2011, Gulthani village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 77 males and 77 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulthani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Gulthani
Gulthani 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 Gulthani
Gulthani 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Gulthani 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 Gulthani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulthani 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 Gulthani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulthani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulthani
Where is Gulthani located?
Gulthani village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulthani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulthani is Deola.
What is the pincode of Gulthani?
The pincode of Gulthani is 171301.
What is the population of Gulthani?
Gulthani has a total population of 154, including 77 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Gulthani?
There are 37 households in Gulthani.
What is the literacy rate in Gulthani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulthani is 78.57%. Male literacy is 84.42% and female literacy is 72.73%.