Shamru - Shahzadpur St, Ambala
Shamru is a village situated in the Shahzadpur St tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from Naraingarh and around 22 km from Ambala. Shamru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamru is 057175. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 134202 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Shamru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamru
According to the 2011 Census, Shamru village had a total population of 338 people, including 176 males and 162 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.50%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 338 | 176 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 147 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 29 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Shamru
Shamru 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 Shamru
Shamru is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shamru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Shamru is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shamru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shamru
Where is Shamru located?
Shamru village is located in Shahzadpur St Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamru?
Shamru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamru?
The pincode of Shamru is 134202.
What is the population of Shamru?
Shamru had a total population of 338, including 176 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Shamru?
Shamru had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamru was 83.50%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 75.00%.