Catchment Area - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Catchment Area is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Shimla. Chamyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Catchment Area village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Catchment Area is 024786. The village covers a total geographical area of 869.8 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Catchment Area village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Catchment Area
According to the 2011 Census, Catchment Area village had a total population of 10 people, including 7 males and 3 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Catchment Area
Catchment Area 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 Catchment Area
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Catchment Area.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Catchment Area is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Catchment Area
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Catchment Area village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Catchment Area
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Catchment Area village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Catchment Area
Where is Catchment Area located?
Catchment Area village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Catchment Area?
The Gram Panchayat of Catchment Area is Chamyana.
What is the pincode of Catchment Area?
The pincode of Catchment Area is 171001.
What is the population of Catchment Area?
Catchment Area had a total population of 10, including 7 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Catchment Area?
Catchment Area had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Catchment Area?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Catchment Area was 90.00%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 100.00%.