Shemla
Shemla is a village located in Gondal taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gondal (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Shemla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shemla unique in its vibrant Gondal-Rajkot region. You’ll see Shemla’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 Shemla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shemla is 513214. The village spans a total geographical area of 932.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360311. Gondal is nearest town to Shemla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shemla
Population of Shemla
According to the 2011 Census, Shemla has a total population of about 1,617, with approximately 821 males and 796 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.39%, with male literacy at about 66.26% and female literacy near 60.43%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shemla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 821 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 109 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 13 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 544 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 277 | 315 |
Connectivity of Shemla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shemla. As per the 2011 stats, Shemla 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shemla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shemla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shemla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shemla
- Where is Shemla located?
- Shemla village is situated in Gondal Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shemla?
- Shemla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shemla?
- The pincode of Shemla is 360311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shemla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shemla is 1,617, with 821 males and 796 females.
- How many households are there in Shemla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shemla village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shemla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shemla is 63.39%. The male literacy rate is 66.26%, while the female literacy rate is 60.43%.