Fancha (17/1) - Rampur, Shimla
Fancha (17/1) is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Phancha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fancha (17/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fancha (17/1) is 023504. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 172101 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Fancha (17/1) 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 Fancha (17/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Fancha (17/1) village had a total population of 318 people, including 166 males and 152 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 69.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 318 | 166 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 128 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 38 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Fancha (17/1)
Fancha (17/1) 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 Fancha (17/1)
Fancha (17/1) 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 | 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 Fancha (17/1) is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fancha (17/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fancha (17/1) 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 Fancha (17/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fancha (17/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fancha (17/1)
Where is Fancha (17/1) located?
Fancha (17/1) village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fancha (17/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Fancha (17/1) is Phancha.
What is the pincode of Fancha (17/1)?
The pincode of Fancha (17/1) is 172101.
What is the population of Fancha (17/1)?
Fancha (17/1) had a total population of 318, including 166 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Fancha (17/1)?
Fancha (17/1) had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fancha (17/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fancha (17/1) was 76.53%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 69.78%.