Gundahan
Gundahan is a village located in Shalai tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 112km away from district headquarter Shalai. Shalai is the sub-district headquarter of Gundahan village. As per 2009 stats, Kiari Gundah is the gram panchayat of Gundahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gundahan unique in its vibrant Shalai-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Gundahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gundahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gundahan is 023432. The village spans a total geographical area of 2887 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173027. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Gundahan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gundahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gundahan
Population of Gundahan
According to the 2011 Census, Gundahan has a total population of about 3,828, with approximately 2,017 males and 1,811 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 695 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,689 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.61%, with male literacy at about 59.05% and female literacy near 45.44%. There are around 532 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gundahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,828 | 2,017 | 1,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 345 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,689 | 910 | 779 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,014 | 1,191 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,814 | 826 | 988 |
Connectivity of Gundahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gundahan. As per the 2011 stats, Gundahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gundahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gundahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gundahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gundahan
- Where is Gundahan located?
- Gundahan village is situated in Shalai Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gundahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gundahan is Kiari Gundah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gundahan?
- The pincode of Gundahan is 173027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gundahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gundahan is 3,828, with 2,017 males and 1,811 females.
- How many households are there in Gundahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gundahan village has a total of 532 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gundahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gundahan is 52.61%. The male literacy rate is 59.05%, while the female literacy rate is 45.44%.