Arlot - Dhami, Shimla
Arlot is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shimla. Halog (dhami) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arlot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arlot is 024262. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.89 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Arlot 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arlot
According to the 2011 Census, Arlot village had a total population of 178 people, including 95 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.45%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 78.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 78 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 17 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Arlot
Arlot 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 Arlot
Arlot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Arlot is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arlot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arlot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arlot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arlot 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 Arlot
Where is Arlot located?
Arlot village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arlot?
The Gram Panchayat of Arlot is Halog (dhami).
What is the pincode of Arlot?
The pincode of Arlot is 171103.
What is the population of Arlot?
Arlot had a total population of 178, including 95 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Arlot?
Arlot had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arlot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arlot was 86.45%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 78.87%.