Gunah Kalan - Ramshahr, Solan
Gunah Kalan is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunah Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunah Kalan is 020520. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.6 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Gunah Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunah Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gunah Kalan village had a total population of 118 people, including 65 males and 53 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 55.77%.
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 | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 54 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Gunah Kalan
Gunah Kalan 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 Gunah Kalan
Gunah Kalan 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 Gunah Kalan 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 Gunah Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunah Kalan 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 Gunah Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunah Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunah Kalan
Where is Gunah Kalan located?
Gunah Kalan village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunah Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunah Kalan is Baheri.
What is the pincode of Gunah Kalan?
The pincode of Gunah Kalan is 174102.
What is the population of Gunah Kalan?
Gunah Kalan had a total population of 118, including 65 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Gunah Kalan?
Gunah Kalan had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunah Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunah Kalan was 75.45%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 55.77%.