How many villages are listed for Shimla district?
Shimla district has 3,231 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 16 sub-districts in Himachal Pradesh.
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Shimla District Village Directory
The Shimla district village directory covers 3,231 Census 2011 village records across 16 sub-districts in Himachal Pradesh. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Shimla district has 2,705 inhabited villages, 526 uninhabited village entries, 612,659 people and 129,854 households, with 523,652 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Shimla ( Rural ) has the most village records; Tyawal (53) is the largest listed village by population; Dhar Sippan (87) has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 2,705 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 2,441 villages, all-weather road is reported for 1,449 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records; postal context covers 364 offices and 59 PINs; banking context uses Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ATM, CDM and CRM access records.
Shimla district has 3,231 Census 2011 village records in this directory, grouped under 16 sub-districts in Himachal Pradesh.
Local Admin Units16
Villages3,231
Population612,659
Households129,854
Area (ha)523,652.27
Sub-districts in Shimla
The sub-district-wise table compares 16 sub-districts in Shimla district using Census 2011 village records. Shimla ( Rural ) has 600 villages, about 19% of the district list. Rampur covers the largest recorded village area.
| Sub-district | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaupal | 00185 | 218 | 6.7% | 72% | 29,267 | 4.8% | 134 | 6,063 | 30,165.63 | 5.8% | 97 | Naoni (91) |
| Cheta | 00186 | 91 | 2.8% | 64% | 19,460 | 3.2% | 214 | 3,139 | 15,567.73 | 3% | 125 | Banah (151) |
| Chirgaon | 00192 | 152 | 4.7% | 76% | 46,142 | 7.5% | 304 | 9,089 | 77,113.72 | 15% | 59.8 | Sunda Bhoura (41) |
| Dodra Kwar | 00193 | 20 | 0.6% | 50% | 6,372 | 1% | 319 | 1,215 | 36,701.13 | 7% | 17.4 | Kiterwari (7) |
| Jubbal | 00188 | 171 | 5.3% | 78% | 35,997 | 5.9% | 211 | 7,777 | 30,501.83 | 5.8% | 118 | Sarswati Nagar (62/2) |
| Junga | 00183 | 65 | 2% | 91% | 13,398 | 2.2% | 206 | 2,556 | 11,275.63 | 2.2% | 118.8 | Piran (183) |
| Kotkhai | 00189 | 250 | 7.7% | 88% | 38,015 | 6.2% | 152 | 8,610 | 22,785.96 | 4.4% | 166.8 | Up Muhal Baghi |
| Kumharsain | 00179 | 186 | 5.8% | 92% | 42,161 | 6.9% | 227 | 10,117 | 23,712.12 | 4.5% | 177.8 | Kumharsain (99) |
| Nankhari | 00178 | 102 | 3.2% | 82% | 26,238 | 4.3% | 257 | 6,075 | 15,847.88 | 3% | 165.6 | Thana (44) |
| Nerua | 00187 | 247 | 7.6% | 77% | 36,517 | 6% | 148 | 6,804 | 36,337.28 | 6.9% | 100.5 | Up Mahal Nerua (89/1) |
| Rampur | 00177 | 220 | 6.8% | 69% | 67,232 | 11% | 306 | 15,690 | 86,193.05 | 16% | 78 | Tyawal (53) |
| Rohru | 00191 | 142 | 4.4% | 91% | 42,615 | 7% | 3 | 9,350 | 22,342.71 | 4.3% | 190.7 | Gangtoli (123) |
| Seoni | 00180 | 235 | 7.3% | 85% | 32,788 | 5.4% | 14 | 6,694 | 24,220.06 | 4.6% | 135.4 | Gadheri (26) |
| Shimla ( Rural ) | 00181 | 600 | 19% | 90% | 82,320 | 13% | 137 | 17,200 | 35,875.29 | 6.9% | 229.5 | Chhakrail (352) |
| Theog | 00184 | 486 | 15% | 92% | 80,331 | 13% | 165 | 16,345 | 47,147.11 | 9% | 170.4 | Kaleenda (191) |
| Tikar | 00190 | 46 | 1.4% | 89% | 13,806 | 2.3% | 3 | 3,130 | 7,865.14 | 1.5% | 175.5 | Kuthari (5) |
Sub-districts with the most village records
Shimla ( Rural ), Theog and Kotkhai are the sub-districts with the most village records in Shimla district. Shimla ( Rural ) ranks first with 600 villages, 82,320 people and 229.5 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and sub-district comparison.
| Rank | Sub-district | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shimla ( Rural ) | 600 | 19% | 82,320 | 13% | 35,875.29 | 6.9% |
| 2 | Theog | 486 | 15% | 80,331 | 13% | 47,147.11 | 9% |
| 3 | Kotkhai | 250 | 7.7% | 38,015 | 6.2% | 22,785.96 | 4.4% |
| 4 | Nerua | 247 | 7.6% | 36,517 | 6% | 36,337.28 | 6.9% |
| 5 | Seoni | 235 | 7.3% | 32,788 | 5.4% | 24,220.06 | 4.6% |
| 6 | Rampur | 220 | 6.8% | 67,232 | 11% | 86,193.05 | 16% |
| 7 | Chaupal | 218 | 6.7% | 29,267 | 4.8% | 30,165.63 | 5.8% |
| 8 | Kumharsain | 186 | 5.8% | 42,161 | 6.9% | 23,712.12 | 4.5% |
| 9 | Jubbal | 171 | 5.3% | 35,997 | 5.9% | 30,501.83 | 5.8% |
| 10 | Chirgaon | 152 | 4.7% | 46,142 | 7.5% | 77,113.72 | 15% |
Largest Villages by Population
Tyawal (53) is the highest-population village listed for Shimla district, with 3,071 people and 862 households. That is 0.5% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 3.6. The nearest town is Rampur; 26.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyawal (53) | 3,071 | 0.5% | 862 | 3.6 | 353 | 870 | Rampur | 26.0 |
| 2 | Up Mahal Nerua (89/1) | 2,293 | 0.4% | 594 | 3.9 | 145.42 | 1,576.8 | Chaupal | 26.0 |
| 3 | Chhakrail (352) | 2,084 | 0.3% | 603 | 3.5 | 149.66 | 1,392.5 | Shimla | 9.0 |
| 4 | Sunda Bhoura (41) | 2,078 | 0.3% | 472 | 4.4 | 177.79 | 1,168.8 | Rohru | 15.0 |
| 5 | Khaneri (106) | 1,892 | 0.3% | 543 | 3.5 | 163 | 1,160.7 | Rampur | 3.0 |
| 6 | Datt Nagar (177/1) | 1,845 | 0.3% | 456 | 4 | 852.48 | 216.4 | Rampur | 12.0 |
| 7 | Kiterwari (7) | 1,804 | 0.3% | 341 | 5.3 | 634 | 284.5 | Rohru | 96.0 |
| 8 | Parhech (63) | 1,763 | 0.3% | 426 | 4.1 | 238.23 | 740 | Jutogh | 8.0 |
| 9 | Shingla (118/1) | 1,692 | 0.3% | 401 | 4.2 | 293.78 | 575.9 | Rampur | 5.0 |
| 10 | Sarahan (61) | 1,680 | 0.3% | 359 | 4.7 | 337 | 498.5 | Rampur | 45.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Dhar Sippan (87) has the largest recorded village area in Shimla district at 20,925.9 hectares. It represents 4% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 0 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhar Sippan (87) | 20,925.90 | 4% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rohru | 60.0 |
| 2 | D.P.F. Bhararasar (16) | 16,697 | 3.2% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rohru | 100.0 |
| 3 | Dhar Kashauni (93) | 9,846.15 | 1.9% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rohru | 55.0 |
| 4 | Jangal DIDVI Dhar (42) | 7,694 | 1.5% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rampur | 50.0 |
| 5 | Jangal Shri Khand Dhar (24) | 5,984.07 | 1.1% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rampur | 58.0 |
| 6 | Chanshal Dhar (10) | 5,103 | 1% | 68 | 1.3 | 10 | 0 | Rohru | 70.0 |
| 7 | Satmai Dhar (148) | 4,689.22 | 0.9% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rampur | 70.0 |
| 8 | Lambi Dhar (2) | 4,255 | 0.8% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rohru | 100.0 |
| 9 | Khiuncha (41) | 2,747 | 0.5% | 53 | 1.9 | 17 | 0.01 | Rampur | 66.0 |
| 10 | Dhar Chanshal -I (98) | 2,645.17 | 0.5% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Rohru | 54.0 |
Post Offices and PIN Codes in Shimla District
Shimla has 364 post office records across 59 PIN codes in the available postal dataset. Use this summary for address reference, PIN-code grouping and nearby post-office checks.
The postal summary adds India Post address-reference context for Shimla district without turning the page into a full postal dump. It covers 364 offices across 59 PIN codes, including 354 delivery offices and 296 branch offices. PIN 171210 has the highest listed post-office count here with 19 offices. Selected rows are shown for quick reading; verify complete address and delivery details with India Post.
Post Offices / 100 Villages11.3
PIN Codes / 100 Villages1.8
Delivery Office %97%
Branch Office %81%
Coordinate Coverage %99%
Post Offices364
Unique PIN Codes59
Delivery Offices354
Non-delivery Offices10
Head Offices2
Sub Offices66
Branch Offices296
Top PIN Codes by Post Office Count
| PIN Code | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| 171210 | 19 |
| 171202 | 16 |
| 172001 | 15 |
| 171211 | 14 |
| 171220 | 13 |
| 171208 | 13 |
| 171207 | 13 |
| 171213 | 12 |
| 172022 | 11 |
| 171206 | 11 |
Office Type Summary
| Office Type | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| Head Office | 2 |
| Sub Office | 66 |
| Branch Office | 296 |
Selected Post Offices and PIN Codes
| Office Name | PIN | Type | Delivery | Division | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rampur Bushahr Ho | 172001 | Head Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Shimla Gpo | 171001 | Head Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Agpo So | 171003 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Ambedkarchowk So | 171004 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Arhal So | 171223 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bagain So | 171220 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Baghi So Shimla | 171225 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Balag So | 171226 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Baldeyan So | 171015 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Baragaon So Shimla | 172027 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Basanatpur So | 171018 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bonda So | 172034 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Chirgaon So Shimla | 171208 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Chopal So | 171211 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Delath So | 172028 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dhalli So | 171012 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dhami So | 171103 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Fagu So Shimla | 171209 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Ghanahatti So | 171014 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Hatkoti So | 171206 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jalog So | 171019 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jangla So | 171214 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jeori So | 172101 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jhakri So | 172201 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jubbal So | 171205 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Junga So | 171218 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jutogh So | 171008 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kasumpti So | 171009 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kawar So | 171221 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kiari So | 171204 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kingal So | 172024 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kotgarh So | 172031 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kotkhai So | 171202 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kumarsain So | 172029 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kupvi So | 171217 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Mandal So Shimla | 171216 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Mandhole So | 171215 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Mashobra So | 171007 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Matiana So | 171212 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Mehli So | 171013 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Nankhari So | 172021 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Narkanda So | 171213 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Nerwa So | 171210 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Nogli So | 172022 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Rohru So | 171207 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Sandhu So | 171222 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Sanjauli So | 171006 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Sarahan Bsr So | 172102 | Post Office | Delivery | Rampur Bushahr Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Shimla East So | 171002 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Shoghi So | 171219 | Post Office | Delivery | Shimla Division | Divreportingcircle |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Shimla District
Shimla district has 310 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 26 banks and 50 PIN codes. The list includes 252 ATMs, 56 CRMs and 1 electronic kiosk. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 103 entries (33%). PIN code 171001 has the highest listed banking access count, with 55 records (18%). The density is 9.6 records per 100 village records. Use this section to understand local banking access patterns, then confirm current service status with the bank before visiting.
Records / 100 Villages9.6
ATM Share81%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share18%
Records / Bank11.9
ATM/CDM/CRM Records310
ATMs252
CRMs56
Electronic Kiosks1
Banks26
PINs50
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 252 | 81% |
| CRM | 56 | 18% |
| Electronic Kiosk | 1 | 0.3% |
| Other | 1 | 0.3% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 103 | 33% |
| Punjab National Bank | 50 | 16% |
| Uco Bank | 39 | 13% |
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | 30 | 9.7% |
| ICICI Bank Limited | 15 | 4.8% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 171001 | 55 | 18% |
| 171009 | 27 | 8.7% |
| 171006 | 27 | 8.7% |
| 172001 | 21 | 6.8% |
| 171207 | 18 | 5.8% |
| 171003 | 12 | 3.9% |
| 171005 | 11 | 3.5% |
| 171201 | 9 | 2.9% |
| 171002 | 9 | 2.9% |
| 171202 | 8 | 2.6% |
Sub-district-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| Sub-district | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaupal(t) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Cheta(s.t) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Chirgaon(t) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Jubbal(t) | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Junga(s.t) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Kotkhai(t) | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Kumharsain(t) | 13 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 9 |
| Nankhari(s.t) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Nerua(s.t) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Rampur(t) | 29 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 5 |
| Rohru(t) | 22 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 5 |
| Seoni(t) | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Shimla Rural(t) | 34 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 15 |
| Shimla Urban(t) | 149 | 121 | 27 | 0 | 26 | 16 |
| Theog(t) | 19 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 7 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records for Shimla district from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, including banks such as Hdfc Bank Ltd., State Bank of India and Uco Bank. The visible sample includes PIN codes such as 171211, 171210 and 171206. Verify the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | ATM | 171211 | Shimla | Chaupal(t) | Chaupal (Np) | Distt -Shimla Village - Chaupal Chaupal, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171211 |
| State Bank of India | CRM | 171210 | Shimla | Chaupal(t) | Naura (121) | State Bank of India, Kunwar Complex, Nerwa Nerwa Nerwa, Tehsil Chaupal, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171210 |
| Uco Bank | ATM | 171206 | Shimla | Cheta(s.t) | Anti(anu-Basa) | Himachal Pradesh Vill. and P.O. Anti Teh Jubbal Distt. Shimla, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171206 |
| ICICI Bank Limited | ATM | 171202 | Shimla | Chirgaon(t) | Gumma (101) | Gumma, Dist - Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - 171202 ICICI Bank Ltd, Khasra No.1032/593, Main Market, Shimla, Himachal Prade… |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 171208 | Shimla | Chirgaon(t) | Chirgaon (64) | Main Road Gauri Complex Chirgaon, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171208 |
| ICICI Bank Limited | CRM | 171211 | Shimla | Chaupal(t) | Chaupal (Np) | Nerwa Road, Chaupal, Dist - Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - 171211 ICICI Bank Ltd, Sajta Building, Main Bazar, Shimla, Himac… |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 171211 | Shimla | Chaupal(t) | Chaupal (Np) | Distt.shimla Tehsil Chaupal, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171211 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 171211 | Shimla | Chaupal(t) | Jhikni Pul | Dist:shimla Teh Chopal, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171211 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Shimla district's village records list 612,659 people in 129,854 households. The average household size is 4.7. The listed village population density is 117 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village19
Average Household Size4.7
Inhabited Village %84%
Population Density / sq km117
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population612,659
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Shimla district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 10 CD blocks, 0 Gram Panchayats and 11 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Arki, Chaupal and Jubbal.
CD Blocks Reported10
Gram Panchayats Reported0
Nearest Town Names Reported11
CD blocks reported: Basantpur, Chauhara, Chaupal, Jubbal-Kothkai, Mashobra, Nankhari, Narkanda, Rampur, Rohru, Theog.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Shimla district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 2,705 villages (84% of district records), mobile coverage in 2,441 villages (76% of district records), all-weather road in 1,449 villages (45% of district records). Lower-count fields include PDS Shop and All-weather Road, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 2,705 | 2,705 | — | 83.72 |
| Mobile Coverage | 2,441 | 2,705 | — | 75.55 |
| All-Weather Road | 1,449 | 2,705 | — | 44.85 |
| PDS Shop | 472 | 2,705 | — | 14.61 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 2,705 | 2,705 | — | 83.72 |
Median Nearest Town Distance25 km
Villages within 5 km228
Villages over 25 km1547
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 228 | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Km | 374 | 12% |
| 10-25 Km | 1,082 | 33% |
| Over 25 Km | 1,547 | 48% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Shimla villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 3,231 villages, with an average of 29.6 km and a median of 25 km. 228 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 1547 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 3,231 | 29.60 | 215 | Seri (13/127) | Jutogh |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Shimla district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 25 data fields and 72,885 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 5 | 16,155 | 9,693 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 9,693 | 6,414 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 9,167 | 8,059 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 21,640 | 3,991 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 5,410 | 3,890 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 2,705 | 472 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 8,115 | 8,115 |
Official Reference Links
These external links point to official district, state or land-record portals. Use them to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
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- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which sub-district has the most village records in Shimla district?
Shimla ( Rural ) has the most village records in Shimla district, with 600 entries. This is 19% of the district list, with 82,320 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Shimla district?
Tyawal (53) is the highest-population village shown for Shimla district, with 3,071 people and 862 households. It accounts for 0.5% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Shimla district?
Dhar Sippan (87) has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Shimla district, at 20,925.9 hectares. It represents 4% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Shimla district villages?
The population summary includes 612,659 people, 129,854 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 4.7 and population density is 117 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Shimla district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 2,705 villages (84% of district records), mobile coverage in 2,441 villages (76% of district records), all-weather road in 1,449 villages (45% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
Does this page show postal and PIN details for Shimla district?
Yes. The postal summary includes 364 offices and 59 PINs for Shimla district. That is about 11.3 offices per 100 village records. Verify important address details with India Post.
What does the bank ATM, CDM and CRM data mean for Shimla district?
The banking section shows bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. Shimla district has 310 banking service records, about 9.6 records per 100 village records. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 103 entries. Current service details should be verified with the bank.
Which PIN code has the most bank ATM, CDM and CRM records in Shimla district?
PIN code 171001 has the most listed bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records in Shimla district, with 55 records in the available RBI-sourced data. Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
How do I find a Census village code in Shimla district?
Start from the sub-district-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Shimla district?
Use the official land-record portal for Himachal Pradesh, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, sub-district, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Shimla district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.