Irra - Nerwa, Shimla
Irra is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 152 km from Shimla. Khundneol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irra is 025895. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Irra 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 Irra
As per Census 2011, Irra village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 179 males and 187 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 179 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 91 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 61 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Irra
Irra 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 Irra
Public transport in the Irra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Irra is about 152 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 Irra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irra 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 Irra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irra 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 Irra
Where is Irra located?
Irra village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irra?
The Gram Panchayat of Irra is Khundneol.
What is the pincode of Irra?
The pincode of Irra is 171210.
What is the population of Irra?
Irra has a total population of 366, including 179 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Irra?
There are 66 households in Irra.
What is the literacy rate in Irra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irra is 59.29%. Male literacy is 65.92% and female literacy is 52.94%.