Shorang (7/1) - Nichar, Kinnaur
Shorang (7/1) is a village situated in the Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bara Kamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shorang (7/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shorang (7/1) is 027089. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.28 hectares and falls under the 172115 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shorang (7/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shorang (7/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Shorang (7/1) village had a total population of 111 people, including 86 males and 25 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 291 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.63%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 111 | 86 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 58 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 28 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Shorang (7/1)
Shorang (7/1) 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 Shorang (7/1)
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shorang (7/1).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Reckong Peo to Shorang (7/1) is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shorang (7/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shorang (7/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shorang (7/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shorang (7/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shorang (7/1)
Where is Shorang (7/1) located?
Shorang (7/1) village is located in Nichar Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shorang (7/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shorang (7/1) is Bara Kamba.
What is the pincode of Shorang (7/1)?
The pincode of Shorang (7/1) is 172115.
What is the population of Shorang (7/1)?
Shorang (7/1) had a total population of 111, including 86 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Shorang (7/1)?
Shorang (7/1) had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shorang (7/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shorang (7/1) was 68.63%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 54.55%.