Tud - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Tud is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Shimla. Bhont serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tud is 024616. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Tud 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 Tud
According to the 2011 Census, Tud village had a total population of 281 people, including 154 males and 127 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.40%, with male literacy at 98.58% and female literacy at 84.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 281 | 154 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 139 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 15 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Tud
Tud 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 Tud
Tud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Tud is about 8 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 Tud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tud 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tud
Where is Tud located?
Tud village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tud?
The Gram Panchayat of Tud is Bhont.
What is the pincode of Tud?
The pincode of Tud is 171001.
What is the population of Tud?
Tud had a total population of 281, including 154 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Tud?
Tud had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tud was 92.40%. Male literacy was 98.58% and female literacy was 84.40%.