Panehal - Sunni, Shimla
Panehal is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Neen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panehal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panehal is 024100. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.9 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Panehal 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 Panehal
According to the 2011 Census, Panehal village had a total population of 262 people, including 128 males and 134 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 75.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 34 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Panehal
Panehal 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 Panehal
Public transport in the Panehal 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Panehal 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 Panehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panehal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panehal 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 Panehal
Where is Panehal located?
Panehal village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panehal?
The Gram Panchayat of Panehal is Neen.
What is the pincode of Panehal?
The pincode of Panehal is 171301.
What is the population of Panehal?
Panehal had a total population of 262, including 128 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Panehal?
Panehal had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panehal was 79.57%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 75.42%.