Shoul - Churah, Chamba
Shoul is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 96 km from Chamba. Bounderi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoul is 006803. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.64 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Shoul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shoul
As per Census 2011, Shoul village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 374 males and 329 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shoul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 374 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shoul
Shoul 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 Shoul
Public transport in the Shoul is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Shoul is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shoul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoul 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shoul
Where is Shoul located?
Shoul village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoul?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoul is Bounderi.
What is the pincode of Shoul?
The pincode of Shoul is 176316.
What is the population of Shoul?
Shoul has a total population of 703, including 374 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Shoul?
There are 124 households in Shoul.
What is the literacy rate in Shoul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoul is 49.22%. Male literacy is 59.36% and female literacy is 37.69%.