Shale

Shale is a village located in Nizar taluka of Tapi district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Nizar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Vyara.

Shale has its own place in the vibrant Tapi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shale is 524490. The village spans a total geographical area of 616.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394380. Nandarbar is nearest town to Shale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Shale

Below is a concise population overview of Shale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 13,149 6,553 6,596
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,647 874 773
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 14 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10,977 5,436 5,541
Literate Population 6,939 4,035 2,904
Illiterate Population 6,210 2,518 3,692

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shale village:

  • The total population of Shale village is around 13,149, including approximately 6,553 males and 6,596 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,647 children aged 0–6 years in Shale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shale village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10,977 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shale village is about 52.77%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 44.03%.
  • There are around 2,955 households in Shale village.

Connectivity of Shale

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shale. As per the 2011 stats, Shale 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 Shale

Knowing the nearby villages of Shale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shale.

Khodada Borde Bhil Bhavali Arkund Deo Mogra Gaibiumar Raygadh Gujarpur Gamdi Lakshmi Kheda Bhil Jamboli Mogran

Frequently Asked Questions about Shale

Where is Shale located?
Shale village is situated in Nizar Taluka, within the Tapi district of Gujarat, India.
What is the pincode of Shale?
The pincode of Shale is 394380, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shale is 13,149, with 6,553 males and 6,596 females.
How many households are there in Shale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shale village has a total of 2,955 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shale is 52.77%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 44.03%.