Sham Nagar
Sham Nagar is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Sham Nagar village. As per 2009 stats, Rori Kori is the gram panchayat of Sham Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sham Nagar unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Sham Nagar’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 Sham Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sham Nagar is 010217. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177113. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Sham Nagar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sham Nagar
Population of Sham Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sham Nagar has a total population of about 653, with approximately 321 males and 332 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 374 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.51%, with male literacy at about 77.26% and female literacy near 69.88%. There are around 162 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sham Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 321 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 193 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 480 | 248 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 73 | 100 |
Connectivity of Sham Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sham Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Sham Nagar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sham Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sham Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sham Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sham Nagar
- Where is Sham Nagar located?
- Sham Nagar village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sham Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sham Nagar is Rori Kori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sham Nagar?
- The pincode of Sham Nagar is 177113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sham Nagar is 653, with 321 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sham Nagar village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sham Nagar is 73.51%. The male literacy rate is 77.26%, while the female literacy rate is 69.88%.