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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kunhar village had a total population of 217 people, including 114 males and 103 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 217, including 114 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kunhar?
Kunhar had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunhar was 79.37%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 63.33%.