Shalan
About Shalan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shalan village is 006909. Shalan village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Shalan village. As per 2009 stats, Guwadi is the gram panchayat of Shalan village.
The total geographical area of village is 45 hectares. Shalan has a total population of 161 peoples, out of which male population is 82 while female population is 79. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shalan village is 62.73% out of which 71.95% males and 53.16% females are literate. There are about 28 houses in shalan village. Pincode of shalan village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Shalan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shalan village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to shalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shalan
The population details of Shalan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 101 | 59 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Connectivity of Shalan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shalan
Where is Shalan located?
Shalan village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalan is Guwadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalan?
The pincode of Shalan is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalan is 161, with 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Shalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalan village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalan is 62.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.95%, while the female literacy rate is 53.16%.