Halyana - Kotgarh, Shimla
Halyana is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Shimla. Shamathla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halyana is 023901. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.86 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Halyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halyana
As per Census 2011, Halyana village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 43 males and 55 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,279 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 43 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 3 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Halyana
Halyana 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 Halyana
Halyana 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 Halyana is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halyana
Where is Halyana located?
Halyana village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Halyana is Shamathla.
What is the pincode of Halyana?
The pincode of Halyana is 172030.
What is the population of Halyana?
Halyana has a total population of 98, including 43 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Halyana?
There are 23 households in Halyana.
What is the literacy rate in Halyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halyana is 76.53%. Male literacy is 93.02% and female literacy is 63.64%.