Falauna - Chaupal, Shimla
Falauna is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Falauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falauna is 025466. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Falauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falauna
According to the 2011 Census, Falauna village had a total population of 30 people, including 17 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Falauna
Falauna 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 Falauna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Falauna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shimla to Falauna is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Falauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falauna 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 Falauna
Where is Falauna located?
Falauna village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Falauna is Jhina.
What is the pincode of Falauna?
The pincode of Falauna is 171211.
What is the population of Falauna?
Falauna had a total population of 30, including 17 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Falauna?
Falauna had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falauna was 72.73%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 66.67%.