Shaol
About Shaol
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shaol village is 006803. Shaol village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 96km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Shaol village. As per 2009 stats, Bounderi is the gram panchayat of Shaol village.
The total geographical area of village is 150.64 hectares. Shaol has a total population of 703 peoples, out of which male population is 374 while female population is 329. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 879 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shaol village is 49.22% out of which 59.36% males and 37.69% females are literate. There are about 124 houses in shaol village. Pincode of shaol village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Shaol 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, Shaol village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to shaol village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shaol
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 374 | 329 |
| Children (0-6) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 222 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 152 | 205 |
Connectivity of Shaol
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shaol
Where is Shaol located?
Shaol village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaol?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaol is Bounderi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shaol?
The pincode of Shaol is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shaol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaol is 703, with 374 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Shaol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaol village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaol is 49.22%. The male literacy rate is 59.36%, while the female literacy rate is 37.69%.