Kunhar - Arki, Solan
Kunhar is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kunhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunhar is 020028. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.17 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kunhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunhar
As per Census 2011, Kunhar village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 114 males and 103 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 93 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 21 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kunhar
Kunhar 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 Kunhar
Kunhar 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 | 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 Solan to Kunhar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunhar
Where is Kunhar located?
Kunhar village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunhar?
Kunhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunhar?
The pincode of Kunhar is 173221.
What is the population of Kunhar?
Kunhar has a total population of 217, including 114 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kunhar?
There are 37 households in Kunhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kunhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunhar is 69.12%. Male literacy is 81.58% and female literacy is 55.34%.