Aur - Kumarsain, Shimla
Aur is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 124 km from Shimla. Shallota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aur is 023833. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Aur 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 Aur
As per Census 2011, Aur village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 143 males and 155 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 143 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 123 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 36 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Aur
Aur 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 Aur
Aur 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 Aur is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aur
Where is Aur located?
Aur village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aur?
The Gram Panchayat of Aur is Shallota.
What is the pincode of Aur?
The pincode of Aur is 172029.
What is the population of Aur?
Aur has a total population of 298, including 143 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Aur?
There are 68 households in Aur.
What is the literacy rate in Aur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aur is 70.47%. Male literacy is 74.83% and female literacy is 66.45%.