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.

Shinga has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shinga

Below is a concise population overview of Shinga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shinga village:

  • The total population of Shinga village is around 586, including approximately 296 males and 290 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Shinga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shinga village has 177 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shinga village is about 54.44%, with male literacy at 67.23% and female literacy at 41.38%.
  • There are around 90 households in Shinga village.

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)
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.

Jalaut R F Gambhir Ladehr Nachnoti D P F Shinga Dhar Surgani Biana Kundi Shalla Jatauta

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%.