Toon - Dhami, Shimla
Toon is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Shimla. Piplidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toon is 024244. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.86 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Toon 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 Toon
According to the 2011 Census, Toon village had a total population of 209 people, including 96 males and 113 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,177 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.64%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 81.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 209 | 96 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Toon
Toon 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 Toon
Toon 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 <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 Toon is about 35 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 Toon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Toon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toon 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 Toon
Where is Toon located?
Toon village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toon?
The Gram Panchayat of Toon is Piplidhar.
What is the pincode of Toon?
The pincode of Toon is 171103.
What is the population of Toon?
Toon had a total population of 209, including 96 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Toon?
Toon had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toon was 88.64%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 81.63%.