Naura - Chaupal, Shimla
Naura is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Lingzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naura is 025539. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.86 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Naura 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 Naura
As per Census 2011, Naura village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 90 males and 92 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 20 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Naura
Naura 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 Naura
Public transport in the Naura is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Naura 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 Naura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naura 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 Naura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naura
Where is Naura located?
Naura village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naura?
The Gram Panchayat of Naura is Lingzar.
What is the pincode of Naura?
The pincode of Naura is 171211.
What is the population of Naura?
Naura has a total population of 182, including 90 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Naura?
There are 24 households in Naura.
What is the literacy rate in Naura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naura is 69.23%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 60.87%.