Halot - Sunni, Shimla
Halot is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Ghaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halot is 024090. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.11 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Halot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Halot
As per Census 2011, Halot village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 83 males and 83 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Halot
Halot 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 Halot
Public transport in the Halot is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Halot is about 30 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 Halot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Halot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halot 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halot
Where is Halot located?
Halot village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halot?
The Gram Panchayat of Halot is Ghaini.
What is the pincode of Halot?
The pincode of Halot is 171301.
What is the population of Halot?
Halot has a total population of 166, including 83 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Halot?
There are 26 households in Halot.
What is the literacy rate in Halot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halot is 74.10%. Male literacy is 78.31% and female literacy is 69.88%.