Shamlasar
Shamlasar is a village located in Okhamandal taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Dwarka (tehsildar office) and 161km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shamlasar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shamlasar unique in its vibrant Okhamandal-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Shamlasar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shamlasar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamlasar is 513450. The village spans a total geographical area of 1901.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361335. Mithapur is nearest town to Shamlasar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shamlasar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shamlasar
Population of Shamlasar
According to the 2011 Census, Shamlasar has a total population of about 1,251, with approximately 620 males and 631 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.16%, with male literacy at about 55.32% and female literacy near 35.18%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamlasar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 620 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 565 | 343 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 277 | 409 |
Connectivity of Shamlasar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamlasar. As per the 2011 stats, Shamlasar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamlasar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamlasar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamlasar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamlasar
- Where is Shamlasar located?
- Shamlasar village is situated in Okhamandal Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamlasar?
- Shamlasar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shamlasar?
- The pincode of Shamlasar is 361335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamlasar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamlasar is 1,251, with 620 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Shamlasar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamlasar village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamlasar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamlasar is 45.16%. The male literacy rate is 55.32%, while the female literacy rate is 35.18%.