Shalla - Saluni, Chamba
Shalla is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Singadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalla is 007223. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shalla
According to the 2011 Census, Shalla village had a total population of 127 people, including 62 males and 65 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.02%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 49.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 20 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Shalla
Shalla 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 Shalla
Public transport in the Shalla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Shalla is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Shalla is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalla 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 Shalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalla
Where is Shalla located?
Shalla village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalla is Singadhar.
What is the pincode of Shalla?
The pincode of Shalla is 176320.
What is the population of Shalla?
Shalla had a total population of 127, including 62 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Shalla?
Shalla had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalla was 66.02%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 49.06%.