Firnoo - Kumarsain, Shimla
Firnoo is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Shimla. Sihal-narkanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firnoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firnoo is 023970. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.7 hectares and falls under the 172027 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Firnoo 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 Firnoo
According to the 2011 Census, Firnoo village had a total population of 262 people, including 140 males and 122 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 87.20% and female literacy at 75.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 109 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 31 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Firnoo
Firnoo 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 Firnoo
Firnoo 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 Firnoo is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firnoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firnoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Firnoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firnoo 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Firnoo
Where is Firnoo located?
Firnoo village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Firnoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Firnoo is Sihal-narkanda.
What is the pincode of Firnoo?
The pincode of Firnoo is 172027.
What is the population of Firnoo?
Firnoo had a total population of 262, including 140 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Firnoo?
Firnoo had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firnoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firnoo was 81.82%. Male literacy was 87.20% and female literacy was 75.47%.