Parhain - Theog, Shimla
Parhain is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parhain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parhain is 025017. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.29 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Parhain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Parhain
According to the 2011 Census, Parhain village had a total population of 147 people, including 76 males and 71 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.24%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 64.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Parhain
Parhain 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 Parhain
Public transport in the Parhain 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 Parhain is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parhain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parhain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parhain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parhain 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parhain
Where is Parhain located?
Parhain village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parhain?
The Gram Panchayat of Parhain is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Parhain?
The pincode of Parhain is 171201.
What is the population of Parhain?
Parhain had a total population of 147, including 76 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Parhain?
Parhain had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parhain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parhain was 77.24%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 64.41%.