Shaung Khas
Shaung Khas is a village located in Sangla tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Sangla. Sangla is the sub-district headquarter of Shaung Khas village. As per 2009 stats, Shong is the gram panchayat of Shaung Khas village.
Here you can discover what makes Shaung Khas unique in its vibrant Sangla-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Shaung Khas’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 Shaung Khas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaung Khas is 027303. The village spans a total geographical area of 228 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172106. Rampur is nearest town to Shaung Khas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shaung Khas
Population of Shaung Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Shaung Khas has a total population of about 683, with approximately 349 males and 334 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 587. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.25%, with male literacy at about 69.91% and female literacy near 56.29%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shaung Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | 349 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 13 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 285 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 244 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 105 | 146 |
Connectivity of Shaung Khas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaung Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Shaung Khas 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 Shaung Khas
Knowing the nearby villages of Shaung Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaung Khas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaung Khas
- Where is Shaung Khas located?
- Shaung Khas village is situated in Sangla Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shaung Khas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shaung Khas is Shong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shaung Khas?
- The pincode of Shaung Khas is 172106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shaung Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaung Khas is 683, with 349 males and 334 females.
- How many households are there in Shaung Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shaung Khas village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shaung Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaung Khas is 63.25%. The male literacy rate is 69.91%, while the female literacy rate is 56.29%.