Phaula - Rampur, Shimla
Phaula is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 128 km from Shimla. Kaleda Majhewti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phaula is 023711. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.41 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Phaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Phaula
According to the 2011 Census, Phaula village had a total population of 122 people, including 59 males and 63 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.32%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 62.90%.
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 | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Transport and Connectivity of Phaula
Phaula 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 Phaula is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phaula 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 Phaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phaula 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 Phaula
Where is Phaula located?
Phaula village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Phaula is Kaleda Majhewti.
What is the pincode of Phaula?
The pincode of Phaula is 172001.
What is the population of Phaula?
Phaula had a total population of 122, including 59 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Phaula?
Phaula had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phaula was 76.32%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 62.90%.