Bainla - Theog, Shimla
Bainla is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kelvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bainla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bainla is 024901. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.32 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Bainla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bainla
According to the 2011 Census, Bainla village had a total population of 230 people, including 116 males and 114 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 81.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 26 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bainla
Bainla 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 Bainla
Bainla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bainla is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bainla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bainla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bainla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bainla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bainla
Where is Bainla located?
Bainla village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bainla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bainla is Kelvi.
What is the pincode of Bainla?
The pincode of Bainla is 171201.
What is the population of Bainla?
Bainla had a total population of 230, including 116 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bainla?
Bainla had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bainla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bainla was 87.50%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 81.73%.