Up Mahal Chour (140/2) - Nerwa, Shimla
Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 142 km from Shimla. Chaijan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Mahal Chour (140/2) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is 025911. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.45 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Up Mahal Chour (140/2) 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 Up Mahal Chour (140/2)
As per Census 2011, Up Mahal Chour (140/2) village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 104 males and 91 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Up Mahal Chour (140/2) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 72 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Chour (140/2)
Up Mahal Chour (140/2) 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 Up Mahal Chour (140/2)
Public transport in the Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Up Mahal Chour (140/2)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Mahal Chour (140/2) 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 Up Mahal Chour (140/2)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up Mahal Chour (140/2) 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 Up Mahal Chour (140/2)
Where is Up Mahal Chour (140/2) located?
Up Mahal Chour (140/2) village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Chour (140/2)?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is Chaijan.
What is the pincode of Up Mahal Chour (140/2)?
The pincode of Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is 171210.
What is the population of Up Mahal Chour (140/2)?
Up Mahal Chour (140/2) has a total population of 195, including 104 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Up Mahal Chour (140/2)?
There are 38 households in Up Mahal Chour (140/2).
What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Chour (140/2)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Mahal Chour (140/2) is 62.56%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 54.95%.