Shantla - Rakkar, Kangra
Shantla is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Santla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shantla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shantla is 010798. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.16 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Shantla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shantla
According to the 2011 Census, Shantla village had a total population of 392 people, including 187 males and 205 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.11%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 82.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 392 | 187 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 31 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Shantla
Shantla 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 Shantla
Shantla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Shantla is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shantla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shantla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shantla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shantla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shantla
Where is Shantla located?
Shantla village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shantla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shantla is Santla.
What is the pincode of Shantla?
The pincode of Shantla is 177034.
What is the population of Shantla?
Shantla had a total population of 392, including 187 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Shantla?
Shantla had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shantla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantla was 89.11%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 82.89%.