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.
Gundahan has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gundahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gundahan village:
- The total population of Gundahan village is around 3,828, including approximately 2,017 males and 1,811 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 695 children aged 0–6 years in Gundahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gundahan village has 1,689 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gundahan village is about 52.61%, with male literacy at 59.05% and female literacy at 45.44%.
- There are around 532 households in Gundahan village.
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%.