Shinga
Shinga is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 49km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Shinga village. As per 2009 stats, Singadhar is the gram panchayat of Shinga village.
Here you can discover what makes Shinga unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Shinga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shinga is 007218. The village spans a total geographical area of 824.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Shinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Shinga
Population of Shinga
According to the 2011 Census, Shinga has a total population of about 586, with approximately 296 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 177. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.44%, with male literacy at about 67.23% and female literacy near 41.38%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 586 | 296 | 290 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
Literate Population | 319 | 199 | 120 |
Illiterate Population | 267 | 97 | 170 |
Connectivity of Shinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shinga. As per the 2011 stats, Shinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shinga
- Where is Shinga located?
- Shinga village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shinga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shinga is Singadhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shinga?
- The pincode of Shinga is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shinga is 586, with 296 males and 290 females.
- How many households are there in Shinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shinga village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shinga is 54.44%. The male literacy rate is 67.23%, while the female literacy rate is 41.38%.