Tunsu - Ramshahr, Solan
Tunsu is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Matuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunsu is 020666. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.84 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Tunsu 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 Tunsu
According to the 2011 Census, Tunsu village had a total population of 121 people, including 62 males and 59 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.49%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 49.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 25 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Tunsu
Tunsu 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 Tunsu
Tunsu 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 Tunsu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tunsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tunsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunsu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tunsu
Where is Tunsu located?
Tunsu village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tunsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunsu is Matuli.
What is the pincode of Tunsu?
The pincode of Tunsu is 174102.
What is the population of Tunsu?
Tunsu had a total population of 121, including 62 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Tunsu?
Tunsu had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunsu was 58.49%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 49.02%.