Byunthal - Rampur, Shimla
Byunthal is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 138 km from Shimla. Kaleda Majhewti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Byunthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byunthal is 023740. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.27 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Byunthal 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 Byunthal
As per Census 2011, Byunthal village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 123 males and 135 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byunthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 123 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 108 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 15 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Byunthal
Byunthal 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 Byunthal
Public transport in the Byunthal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Byunthal is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byunthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byunthal 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 Byunthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byunthal 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 Byunthal
Where is Byunthal located?
Byunthal village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byunthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Byunthal is Kaleda Majhewti.
What is the pincode of Byunthal?
The pincode of Byunthal is 172001.
What is the population of Byunthal?
Byunthal has a total population of 258, including 123 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Byunthal?
There are 66 households in Byunthal.
What is the literacy rate in Byunthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byunthal is 77.13%. Male literacy is 87.80% and female literacy is 67.41%.