Naula - Kotgarh, Shimla
Naula 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 Naula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naula is 023905. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.29 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Naula 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 Naula
According to the 2011 Census, Naula village had a total population of 93 people, including 47 males and 46 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.95%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Naula
Naula 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 Naula
Public transport in the Naula 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 Naula 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 Naula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naula
Where is Naula located?
Naula village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naula?
The Gram Panchayat of Naula is Shamathla.
What is the pincode of Naula?
The pincode of Naula is 172030.
What is the population of Naula?
Naula had a total population of 93, including 47 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Naula?
Naula had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naula was 83.95%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 70.27%.