Patinal - Theog, Shimla
Patinal is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Mahog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patinal is 024996. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Patinal 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 Patinal
According to the 2011 Census, Patinal village had a total population of 488 people, including 250 males and 238 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.64%, with male literacy at 88.60% and female literacy at 67.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 488 | 250 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 202 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 48 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Patinal
Patinal 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 Patinal
Patinal 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 Patinal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patinal 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 Patinal
Where is Patinal located?
Patinal village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Patinal is Mahog.
What is the pincode of Patinal?
The pincode of Patinal is 171201.
What is the population of Patinal?
Patinal had a total population of 488, including 250 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Patinal?
Patinal had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patinal was 78.64%. Male literacy was 88.60% and female literacy was 67.92%.