Paniali - Dhami, Shimla
Paniali is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Shimla. Nehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paniali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniali is 024009. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Paniali 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 Paniali
As per Census 2011, Paniali village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 52 males and 62 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paniali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 5 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Paniali
Paniali 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 Paniali
Paniali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Paniali is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniali 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 Paniali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paniali
Where is Paniali located?
Paniali village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniali?
The Gram Panchayat of Paniali is Nehra.
What is the pincode of Paniali?
The pincode of Paniali is 171103.
What is the population of Paniali?
Paniali has a total population of 114, including 52 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Paniali?
There are 25 households in Paniali.
What is the literacy rate in Paniali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniali is 79.82%. Male literacy is 90.38% and female literacy is 70.97%.