Rail - Theog, Shimla
Rail is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Balag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rail is 025274. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.61 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Rail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rail
As per Census 2011, Rail village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 120 males and 103 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 120 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 99 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Rail
Rail 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 Rail
Rail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Rail is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rail 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rail
Where is Rail located?
Rail village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rail?
The Gram Panchayat of Rail is Balag.
What is the pincode of Rail?
The pincode of Rail is 171201.
What is the population of Rail?
Rail has a total population of 223, including 120 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Rail?
There are 42 households in Rail.
What is the literacy rate in Rail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rail is 73.99%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 64.08%.