Parhain

Parhain is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 42km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Parhain village. As per 2009 stats, Sandhu is the gram panchayat of Parhain village.

Parhain has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Parhain

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parhain is 025017. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171201. Theog is nearest town to Parhain village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Parhain village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Parhain

Below is a concise population overview of Parhain as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 147 76 71
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 12 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 26 16 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 95 57 38
Illiterate Population 52 19 33

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parhain village:

  • The total population of Parhain village is around 147, including approximately 76 males and 71 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Parhain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parhain village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parhain village is about 64.63%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 53.52%.
  • There are around 30 households in Parhain village.

Connectivity of Parhain

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parhain. As per the 2011 stats, Parhain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Parhain

Knowing the nearby villages of Parhain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parhain.

Frequently Asked Questions about Parhain

Where is Parhain located?
Parhain village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parhain?
The Gram Panchayat of Parhain is Sandhu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parhain?
The pincode of Parhain is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parhain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parhain is 147, with 76 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Parhain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parhain village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parhain as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parhain is 64.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.52%.