Phagla - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Phagla is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Shimla. Mashobra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phagla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phagla is 024750. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Phagla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phagla
According to the 2011 Census, Phagla village had a total population of 171 people, including 90 males and 81 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.03%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 83.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 74 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Phagla
Phagla 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 Phagla
Phagla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Phagla is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phagla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phagla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phagla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phagla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phagla
Where is Phagla located?
Phagla village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phagla?
The Gram Panchayat of Phagla is Mashobra.
What is the pincode of Phagla?
The pincode of Phagla is 171001.
What is the population of Phagla?
Phagla had a total population of 171, including 90 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Phagla?
Phagla had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phagla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phagla was 89.03%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 83.12%.