Arthal - Parwanoo, Solan
Arthal is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Solan. Bhojnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arthal is 021705. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Arthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arthal
According to the 2011 Census, Arthal village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.12%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Arthal
Arthal 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 Arthal
Arthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Arthal is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arthal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Arthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arthal 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 Arthal
Where is Arthal located?
Arthal village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Arthal is Bhojnagar.
What is the pincode of Arthal?
The pincode of Arthal is 173220.
What is the population of Arthal?
Arthal had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Arthal?
Arthal had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arthal was 94.12%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.89%.