Shimbra
About Shimbra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shimbra village is 006971. Shimbra village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 61km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Shimbra village. As per 2009 stats, Tikri Garh is the gram panchayat of Shimbra village.
The total geographical area of village is 364 hectares. Shimbra has a total population of 654 peoples, out of which male population is 345 while female population is 309. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 895 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shimbra village is 48.32% out of which 60.00% males and 35.28% females are literate. There are about 130 houses in shimbra village. Pincode of shimbra village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Shimbra 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, Shimbra village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to shimbra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shimbra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 345 | 309 |
| Children (0-6) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 207 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 138 | 200 |
Connectivity of Shimbra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shimbra
Where is Shimbra located?
Shimbra village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimbra?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimbra is Tikri Garh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shimbra?
The pincode of Shimbra is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shimbra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimbra is 654, with 345 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Shimbra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimbra village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimbra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimbra is 48.32%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 35.28%.