Teshan - Kumarsain, Shimla
Teshan is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 107 km from Shimla. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teshan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teshan is 023806. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.47 hectares and falls under the 172027 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Teshan 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 Teshan
According to the 2011 Census, Teshan village had a total population of 202 people, including 95 males and 107 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.05%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 76.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 202 | 95 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 19 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Teshan
Teshan 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 Teshan
Teshan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Teshan is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teshan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teshan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Teshan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teshan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Teshan
Where is Teshan located?
Teshan village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teshan?
The Gram Panchayat of Teshan is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Teshan?
The pincode of Teshan is 172027.
What is the population of Teshan?
Teshan had a total population of 202, including 95 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Teshan?
Teshan had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teshan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teshan was 83.05%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 76.34%.