Bag - Kupvi, Shimla
Bag is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 235 km from Shimla. Manjholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bag is 025658. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.33 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Bag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bag
According to the 2011 Census, Bag village had a total population of 597 people, including 316 males and 281 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.43%, with male literacy at 70.77% and female literacy at 57.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 597 | 316 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 56 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 113 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 184 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 132 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Bag
Bag 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 Bag
Bag 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bag is about 235 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bag 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bag
Where is Bag located?
Bag village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Bag is Manjholi.
What is the pincode of Bag?
The pincode of Bag is 171217.
What is the population of Bag?
Bag had a total population of 597, including 316 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Bag?
Bag had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bag was 64.43%. Male literacy was 70.77% and female literacy was 57.72%.