Shera - Nagrota Bagwan, Kangra
Shera is a village situated in the Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Raunkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shera is 009929. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.42 hectares and falls under the 176056 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Shera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shera
According to the 2011 Census, Shera village had a total population of 340 people, including 172 males and 168 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 92.76% and female literacy at 80.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 340 | 172 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 31 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Shera
Shera 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 Shera
Shera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Shera is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shera
Where is Shera located?
Shera village is located in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shera?
The Gram Panchayat of Shera is Raunkhar.
What is the pincode of Shera?
The pincode of Shera is 176056.
What is the population of Shera?
Shera had a total population of 340, including 172 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Shera?
Shera had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shera was 86.80%. Male literacy was 92.76% and female literacy was 80.79%.