Petarli - Chirgaon, Shimla
Petarli is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sindasli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petarli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petarli is 026643. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.16 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Petarli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Petarli
According to the 2011 Census, Petarli village had a total population of 253 people, including 121 males and 132 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 88.99% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 253 | 121 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 97 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 24 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Petarli
Petarli 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 Petarli
Petarli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Petarli is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petarli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petarli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Petarli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petarli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Petarli
Where is Petarli located?
Petarli village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petarli?
The Gram Panchayat of Petarli is Sindasli.
What is the pincode of Petarli?
The pincode of Petarli is 171208.
What is the population of Petarli?
Petarli had a total population of 253, including 121 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Petarli?
Petarli had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petarli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petarli was 76.79%. Male literacy was 88.99% and female literacy was 65.22%.