Kainthi - Parwanoo, Solan
Kainthi is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Solan. Chammo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kainthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kainthi is 021704. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Kainthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kainthi
According to the 2011 Census, Kainthi village had a total population of 260 people, including 131 males and 129 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.74%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 70.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kainthi
Kainthi 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 Kainthi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kainthi.
| 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 Solan to Kainthi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kainthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kainthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kainthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kainthi 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 Kainthi
Where is Kainthi located?
Kainthi village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kainthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kainthi is Chammo.
What is the pincode of Kainthi?
The pincode of Kainthi is 173220.
What is the population of Kainthi?
Kainthi had a total population of 260, including 131 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kainthi?
Kainthi had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kainthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kainthi was 79.74%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 70.43%.