Arnot - Nerwa, Shimla
Arnot is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Shimla. Halau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arnot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arnot is 025852. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.95 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Arnot 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 Arnot
As per Census 2011, Arnot village has a total population of 101 people, consisting of 50 males and 51 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arnot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Arnot
Arnot 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 Arnot
Arnot 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 | 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 Arnot is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arnot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arnot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arnot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arnot 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arnot
Where is Arnot located?
Arnot village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arnot?
The Gram Panchayat of Arnot is Halau.
What is the pincode of Arnot?
The pincode of Arnot is 171210.
What is the population of Arnot?
Arnot has a total population of 101, including 50 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Arnot?
There are 22 households in Arnot.
What is the literacy rate in Arnot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arnot is 56.44%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 49.02%.