Up Muhal Rachan - Theog, Shimla
Up Muhal Rachan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kalzar Matiana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Muhal Rachan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Muhal Rachan is 024953. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.39 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Up Muhal Rachan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Up Muhal Rachan
According to the 2011 Census, Up Muhal Rachan village had a total population of 144 people, including 76 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.44%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 83.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Up Muhal Rachan
Up Muhal Rachan 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 Up Muhal Rachan
Up Muhal Rachan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Up Muhal Rachan 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 Up Muhal Rachan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Muhal Rachan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Up Muhal Rachan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up Muhal Rachan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Up Muhal Rachan
Where is Up Muhal Rachan located?
Up Muhal Rachan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Up Muhal Rachan?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Muhal Rachan is Kalzar Matiana.
What is the pincode of Up Muhal Rachan?
The pincode of Up Muhal Rachan is 171201.
What is the population of Up Muhal Rachan?
Up Muhal Rachan had a total population of 144, including 76 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Up Muhal Rachan?
Up Muhal Rachan had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Up Muhal Rachan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Muhal Rachan was 89.44%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 83.82%.