Shonr - Saach, Chamba
Shonr is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 205 km from Chamba. Shaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shonr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shonr is 006760. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.86 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Shonr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shonr
According to the 2011 Census, Shonr village had a total population of 727 people, including 367 males and 360 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 59.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 715.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 367 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 359 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 271 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 96 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Shonr
Shonr 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 Shonr
Shonr is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Shonr is about 205 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shonr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shonr 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shonr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shonr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shonr
Where is Shonr located?
Shonr village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shonr?
The Gram Panchayat of Shonr is Shaur.
What is the pincode of Shonr?
The pincode of Shonr is 176323.
What is the population of Shonr?
Shonr had a total population of 727, including 367 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Shonr?
Shonr had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shonr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shonr was 72.57%. Male literacy was 86.03% and female literacy was 59.44%.