Rumahan - Sunni, Shimla
Rumahan is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rumahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rumahan is 024210. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Rumahan 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 Rumahan
According to the 2011 Census, Rumahan village had a total population of 189 people, including 95 males and 94 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.63%, with male literacy at 91.95% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Rumahan
Rumahan 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 Rumahan
Rumahan 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rumahan 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 Rumahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rumahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rumahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rumahan 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Rumahan
Where is Rumahan located?
Rumahan village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rumahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rumahan is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Rumahan?
The pincode of Rumahan is 171301.
What is the population of Rumahan?
Rumahan had a total population of 189, including 95 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Rumahan?
Rumahan had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rumahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rumahan was 85.63%. Male literacy was 91.95% and female literacy was 79.31%.