Tutu - Nankhari, Shimla
Tutu is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Delath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tutu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tutu is 023705. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Tutu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tutu
According to the 2011 Census, Tutu village had a total population of 717 people, including 326 males and 391 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,199 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 74.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
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 | 717 | 326 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 146 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 259 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 67 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Tutu
Tutu 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 Tutu
Tutu 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 Rampur to Tutu is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimla to Tutu is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tutu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tutu 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tutu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tutu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tutu
Where is Tutu located?
Tutu village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tutu?
The Gram Panchayat of Tutu is Delath.
What is the pincode of Tutu?
The pincode of Tutu is 172021.
What is the population of Tutu?
Tutu had a total population of 717, including 326 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Tutu?
Tutu had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tutu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tutu was 81.88%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 74.64%.