Up-Mahal Kanina - Junga, Shimla
Up-Mahal Kanina is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Janedghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up-Mahal Kanina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up-Mahal Kanina is 024860. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.14 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Up-Mahal Kanina 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 Up-Mahal Kanina
As per Census 2011, Up-Mahal Kanina village has a total population of 62 people, consisting of 30 males and 32 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 8 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Up-Mahal Kanina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Up-Mahal Kanina
Up-Mahal Kanina 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 Up-Mahal Kanina
Up-Mahal Kanina 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 Up-Mahal Kanina is about 47 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 Up-Mahal Kanina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up-Mahal Kanina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Up-Mahal Kanina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up-Mahal Kanina 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 Up-Mahal Kanina
Where is Up-Mahal Kanina located?
Up-Mahal Kanina village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Up-Mahal Kanina?
The Gram Panchayat of Up-Mahal Kanina is Janedghat.
What is the pincode of Up-Mahal Kanina?
The pincode of Up-Mahal Kanina is 171218.
What is the population of Up-Mahal Kanina?
Up-Mahal Kanina has a total population of 62, including 30 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Up-Mahal Kanina?
There are 12 households in Up-Mahal Kanina.
What is the literacy rate in Up-Mahal Kanina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up-Mahal Kanina is 87.10%. Male literacy is 90.00% and female literacy is 84.38%.