Munish (136/2) - Taklech, Shimla
Munish (136/2) is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 156 km from Shimla. Munish serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munish (136/2) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munish (136/2) is 023682. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.88 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Munish (136/2) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munish (136/2)
According to the 2011 Census, Munish (136/2) village had a total population of 390 people, including 215 males and 175 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.58%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 390 | 215 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 168 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 47 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Munish (136/2)
Munish (136/2) 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 Munish (136/2)
Munish (136/2) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Munish (136/2) is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munish (136/2)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munish (136/2) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Munish (136/2)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munish (136/2) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munish (136/2)
Where is Munish (136/2) located?
Munish (136/2) village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munish (136/2)?
The Gram Panchayat of Munish (136/2) is Munish.
What is the pincode of Munish (136/2)?
The pincode of Munish (136/2) is 172022.
What is the population of Munish (136/2)?
Munish (136/2) had a total population of 390, including 215 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Munish (136/2)?
Munish (136/2) had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munish (136/2)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munish (136/2) was 74.58%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 61.11%.