Panihana - Dhami, Shimla
Panihana is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Shimla. Piplidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panihana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panihana is 024238. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.82 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Panihana 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 Panihana
According to the 2011 Census, Panihana village had a total population of 111 people, including 50 males and 61 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 111 | 50 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 6 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Panihana
Panihana 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 Panihana
Panihana 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Panihana is about 40 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 Panihana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panihana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panihana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panihana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panihana
Where is Panihana located?
Panihana village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panihana?
The Gram Panchayat of Panihana is Piplidhar.
What is the pincode of Panihana?
The pincode of Panihana is 171103.
What is the population of Panihana?
Panihana had a total population of 111, including 50 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Panihana?
Panihana had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panihana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panihana was 93.75%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.46%.