Shanshar
Shanshar is a village located in Sainj tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Sainj. Sainj is the sub-district headquarter of Shanshar village. As per 2009 stats, Sansher is the gram panchayat of Shanshar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shanshar unique in its vibrant Sainj-Kullu region. You’ll see Shanshar’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 Shanshar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanshar is 012907. The village spans a total geographical area of 374 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175134. Banjar is nearest town to Shanshar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shanshar
Population of Shanshar
According to the 2011 Census, Shanshar has a total population of about 2,681, with approximately 1,362 males and 1,319 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 369 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,388 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.04%, with male literacy at about 71.07% and female literacy near 56.79%. There are around 566 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanshar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,681 | 1,362 | 1,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 184 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,388 | 708 | 680 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 968 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 964 | 394 | 570 |
Connectivity of Shanshar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanshar. As per the 2011 stats, Shanshar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shanshar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shanshar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shanshar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanshar
- Where is Shanshar located?
- Shanshar village is situated in Sainj Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shanshar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shanshar is Sansher (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shanshar?
- The pincode of Shanshar is 175134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shanshar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanshar is 2,681, with 1,362 males and 1,319 females.
- How many households are there in Shanshar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shanshar village has a total of 566 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shanshar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanshar is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.