Mindoli - Chaupal, Shimla
Mindoli is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Lingzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mindoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mindoli is 025540. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.7 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Mindoli 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 Mindoli
According to the 2011 Census, Mindoli village had a total population of 81 people, including 46 males and 35 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.27%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.82%.
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 | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Mindoli
Mindoli 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 Mindoli
Mindoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mindoli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Mindoli is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mindoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mindoli 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 Mindoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mindoli 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 Mindoli
Where is Mindoli located?
Mindoli village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mindoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mindoli is Lingzar.
What is the pincode of Mindoli?
The pincode of Mindoli is 171211.
What is the population of Mindoli?
Mindoli had a total population of 81, including 46 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Mindoli?
Mindoli had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mindoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mindoli was 70.27%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 58.82%.