Shango

Shango is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Shango village. As per 2009 stats, Katgaon is the gram panchayat of Shango village.

Shango has its own place in the vibrant Kinnaur 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 Shango

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shango is 027132. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172118. Rampur is nearest town to Shango village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shango

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 396 201 195
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 28 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 193 92 101
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 196 105 91
Literate Population 265 150 115
Illiterate Population 131 51 80

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

  • The total population of Shango village is around 396, including approximately 201 males and 195 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Shango village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shango village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 196 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shango village is about 66.92%, with male literacy at 74.63% and female literacy at 58.97%.
  • There are around 104 households in Shango village.

Connectivity of Shango

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shango. As per the 2011 stats, Shango 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shango

Knowing the nearby villages of Shango helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shango.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shango

Where is Shango located?
Shango village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shango?
The Gram Panchayat of Shango is Katgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shango?
The pincode of Shango is 172118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shango as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shango is 396, with 201 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Shango as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shango village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shango as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shango is 66.92%. The male literacy rate is 74.63%, while the female literacy rate is 58.97%.