Ruhalti - Junga, Shimla
Ruhalti is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Koti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruhalti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruhalti is 024836. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Ruhalti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruhalti
As per Census 2011, Ruhalti village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 225 males and 207 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruhalti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 225 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 144 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 179 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 46 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Ruhalti
Ruhalti 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 Ruhalti
Ruhalti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Ruhalti 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 Ruhalti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruhalti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ruhalti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruhalti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ruhalti
Where is Ruhalti located?
Ruhalti village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruhalti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruhalti is Koti.
What is the pincode of Ruhalti?
The pincode of Ruhalti is 171218.
What is the population of Ruhalti?
Ruhalti has a total population of 432, including 225 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Ruhalti?
There are 79 households in Ruhalti.
What is the literacy rate in Ruhalti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruhalti is 71.06%. Male literacy is 79.56% and female literacy is 61.84%.