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
According to the 2011 Census, Aur village had a total population of 298 people, including 143 males and 155 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.08%, with male literacy at 88.43% and female literacy at 74.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
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 | 298 | 143 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 123 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 298, including 143 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Aur?
Aur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aur was 81.08%. Male literacy was 88.43% and female literacy was 74.64%.