Naoni - Chaupal, Shimla
Naoni is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jawag Chhamrog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naoni is 025494. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.12 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Naoni 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 Naoni
According to the 2011 Census, Naoni village had a total population of 754 people, including 385 males and 369 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 64.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 500.
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 | 754 | 385 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 245 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 265 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 120 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Naoni
Naoni 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 Naoni
Public transport in the Naoni is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Naoni is about 102 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 Naoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naoni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naoni
Where is Naoni located?
Naoni village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Naoni is Jawag Chhamrog.
What is the pincode of Naoni?
The pincode of Naoni is 171211.
What is the population of Naoni?
Naoni had a total population of 754, including 385 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Naoni?
Naoni had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naoni was 71.43%. Male literacy was 77.71% and female literacy was 64.67%.