Panehra - Sunni, Shimla
Panehra is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panehra is 024115. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Panehra 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 Panehra
According to the 2011 Census, Panehra village had a total population of 103 people, including 59 males and 44 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.04%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 82.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Panehra
Panehra 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 Panehra
Panehra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Panehra is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panehra 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 Panehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panehra 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panehra
Where is Panehra located?
Panehra village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Panehra is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Panehra?
The pincode of Panehra is 171301.
What is the population of Panehra?
Panehra had a total population of 103, including 59 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Panehra?
Panehra had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panehra was 88.04%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 82.05%.