Up Muhal Soi - Theog, Shimla
Up Muhal Soi is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuthar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Muhal Soi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Muhal Soi is 025360. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Up Muhal Soi 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 Up Muhal Soi
According to the 2011 Census, Up Muhal Soi village had a total population of 220 people, including 123 males and 97 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 789 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.44%, with male literacy at 80.73% and female literacy at 73.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 220 | 123 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 88 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 35 | 34 |
Transport and Connectivity of Up Muhal Soi
Up Muhal Soi 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 Up Muhal Soi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Up Muhal Soi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Muhal Soi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Up Muhal Soi
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 Soi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Up Muhal Soi
Where is Up Muhal Soi located?
Up Muhal Soi village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Up Muhal Soi?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Muhal Soi is Kuthar.
What is the pincode of Up Muhal Soi?
The pincode of Up Muhal Soi is 171201.
What is the population of Up Muhal Soi?
Up Muhal Soi had a total population of 220, including 123 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Up Muhal Soi?
Up Muhal Soi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Up Muhal Soi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Muhal Soi was 77.44%. Male literacy was 80.73% and female literacy was 73.26%.