Hiranali - Sunni, Shimla
Hiranali is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Junni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiranali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiranali is 024025. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.26 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Hiranali 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 Hiranali
According to the 2011 Census, Hiranali village had a total population of 49 people, including 25 males and 24 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.21%. 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 | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Hiranali
Hiranali 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 Hiranali
Hiranali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hiranali is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiranali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiranali 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 Hiranali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiranali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hiranali
Where is Hiranali located?
Hiranali village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiranali?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiranali is Junni.
What is the pincode of Hiranali?
The pincode of Hiranali is 171301.
What is the population of Hiranali?
Hiranali had a total population of 49, including 25 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Hiranali?
Hiranali had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiranali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiranali was 92.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.21%.