Piran - Junga, Shimla
Piran is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Piran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piran is 024889. The village covers a total geographical area of 1120.32 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Piran 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 Piran
According to the 2011 Census, Piran village had a total population of 1,175 people, including 622 males and 553 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.09%, with male literacy at 90.84% and female literacy at 78.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 668.
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 | 1,175 | 622 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 355 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 496 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 126 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Piran
Piran 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 Piran
Piran 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 Piran is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piran 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 Piran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piran
Where is Piran located?
Piran village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piran?
Piran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piran?
The pincode of Piran is 171218.
What is the population of Piran?
Piran had a total population of 1,175, including 622 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Piran?
Piran had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piran was 85.09%. Male literacy was 90.84% and female literacy was 78.64%.