Shannua

Shannua is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Shannua village. As per 2009 stats, Gadfari is the gram panchayat of Shannua village.

Shannua has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Shannua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shannua is 006976. The village spans a total geographical area of 105 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176316. Chamba is nearest town to Shannua village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shannua 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 Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shannua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 264 129 135
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 9 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 23 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 85 41 44
Literate Population 151 88 63
Illiterate Population 113 41 72

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

  • The total population of Shannua village is around 264, including approximately 129 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Shannua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shannua village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shannua village is about 57.20%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 46.67%.
  • There are around 50 households in Shannua village.

Connectivity of Shannua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shannua. As per the 2011 stats, Shannua 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shannua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shannua

Where is Shannua located?
Shannua village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shannua?
The Gram Panchayat of Shannua is Gadfari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shannua?
The pincode of Shannua is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shannua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shannua is 264, with 129 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Shannua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shannua village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shannua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shannua is 57.20%. The male literacy rate is 68.22%, while the female literacy rate is 46.67%.