Randhala - Panjehra, Solan
Randhala is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 148 km from Solan. Lunas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randhala is 020729. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.49 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Randhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Randhala
As per Census 2011, Randhala village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 144 males and 137 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 144 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 102 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 42 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Randhala
Randhala 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 Randhala
Randhala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Solan to Randhala is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Randhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randhala 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 Randhala
Where is Randhala located?
Randhala village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Randhala is Lunas.
What is the pincode of Randhala?
The pincode of Randhala is 174101.
What is the population of Randhala?
Randhala has a total population of 281, including 144 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Randhala?
There are 49 households in Randhala.
What is the literacy rate in Randhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randhala is 63.35%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 55.47%.