Parola - Theog, Shimla
Parola is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parola is 025226. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.69 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Parola 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 Parola
According to the 2011 Census, Parola village had a total population of 53 people, including 28 males and 25 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Parola
Parola 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 Parola
Public transport in the Parola 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 <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 Parola is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parola
Where is Parola located?
Parola village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parola?
The Gram Panchayat of Parola is Bani.
What is the pincode of Parola?
The pincode of Parola is 171201.
What is the population of Parola?
Parola had a total population of 53, including 28 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Parola?
Parola had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parola was 85.71%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 72.73%.