Phail
Phail is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Phail village. As per 2009 stats, Jalail is the gram panchayat of Phail village.
Here you can discover what makes Phail unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Phail’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Phail
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phail is 024500. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173215. Shimla is nearest town to Phail village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Phail
Population of Phail
According to the 2011 Census, Phail has a total population of about 501, with approximately 300 males and 201 females. The sex ratio is around 670 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 90 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.84%, with male literacy at about 88.33% and female literacy near 72.14%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Phail's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 300 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 25 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 265 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 35 | 56 |
Connectivity of Phail
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phail. As per the 2011 stats, Phail had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Phail
Knowing the nearby villages of Phail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Phail.
Frequently Asked Questions about Phail
- Where is Phail located?
- Phail village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Phail?
- The Gram Panchayat of Phail is Jalail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Phail?
- The pincode of Phail is 173215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Phail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phail is 501, with 300 males and 201 females.
- How many households are there in Phail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Phail village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Phail as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phail is 81.84%. The male literacy rate is 88.33%, while the female literacy rate is 72.14%.