Trai - Junga, Shimla
Trai is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Piran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Trai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trai is 024890. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.87 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Trai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Trai
According to the 2011 Census, Trai village had a total population of 376 people, including 196 males and 180 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.12%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 82.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 164 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Trai
Trai 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 Trai
Trai 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 | 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 Trai is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Trai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trai 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 Trai
Where is Trai located?
Trai village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Trai?
The Gram Panchayat of Trai is Piran.
What is the pincode of Trai?
The pincode of Trai is 171218.
What is the population of Trai?
Trai had a total population of 376, including 196 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Trai?
Trai had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Trai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trai was 89.12%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 82.39%.