Lal Pani - Chaupal, Shimla
Lal Pani is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Lalpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lal Pani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lal Pani is 025594. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.76 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Lal Pani 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 Lal Pani
As per Census 2011, Lal Pani village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 116 males and 118 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lal Pani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Lal Pani
Lal Pani 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 Lal Pani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lal Pani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lal Pani is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lal Pani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lal Pani 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 Lal Pani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lal Pani 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 Lal Pani
Where is Lal Pani located?
Lal Pani village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lal Pani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lal Pani is Lalpani.
What is the pincode of Lal Pani?
The pincode of Lal Pani is 171211.
What is the population of Lal Pani?
Lal Pani has a total population of 234, including 116 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Lal Pani?
There are 50 households in Lal Pani.
What is the literacy rate in Lal Pani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lal Pani is 70.09%. Male literacy is 77.59% and female literacy is 62.71%.