Shuila - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Shuila is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Shimla. Mashobra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shuila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shuila is 024746. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Shuila 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 Shuila
According to the 2011 Census, Shuila village had a total population of 77 people, including 43 males and 34 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 791 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.86%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 87.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Shuila
Shuila 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 Shuila
Public transport in the Shuila is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Shuila is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shuila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shuila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shuila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shuila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shuila
Where is Shuila located?
Shuila village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shuila?
The Gram Panchayat of Shuila is Mashobra.
What is the pincode of Shuila?
The pincode of Shuila is 171001.
What is the population of Shuila?
Shuila had a total population of 77, including 43 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Shuila?
Shuila had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shuila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shuila was 92.86%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 87.88%.