Friunkoti - Tikar, Shimla
Friunkoti is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-4 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Friunkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Friunkoti is 026383. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Friunkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Friunkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Friunkoti village had a total population of 369 people, including 184 males and 185 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 369 | 184 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 148 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 36 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Friunkoti
Friunkoti 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 Friunkoti
Friunkoti 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 Friunkoti is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Friunkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Friunkoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Friunkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Friunkoti 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Friunkoti
Where is Friunkoti located?
Friunkoti village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Friunkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Friunkoti is Pujarli-4.
What is the pincode of Friunkoti?
The pincode of Friunkoti is 171203.
What is the population of Friunkoti?
Friunkoti had a total population of 369, including 184 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Friunkoti?
Friunkoti had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Friunkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Friunkoti was 76.19%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 64.29%.