Garpaina - Theog, Shimla
Garpaina is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Satog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garpaina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garpaina is 025257. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.83 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Garpaina 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 Garpaina
As per Census 2011, Garpaina village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 51 males and 31 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 607 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garpaina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 51 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Garpaina
Garpaina 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 Garpaina
Garpaina 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 km |
| 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 Garpaina is about 36 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 Garpaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garpaina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garpaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garpaina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garpaina
Where is Garpaina located?
Garpaina village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garpaina?
The Gram Panchayat of Garpaina is Satog.
What is the pincode of Garpaina?
The pincode of Garpaina is 171201.
What is the population of Garpaina?
Garpaina has a total population of 82, including 51 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Garpaina?
There are 15 households in Garpaina.
What is the literacy rate in Garpaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garpaina is 76.83%. Male literacy is 78.43% and female literacy is 74.19%.