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.

Shanshar has its own place in the vibrant Kullu 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 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.

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Population of Shanshar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Shanshar village is around 2,681, including approximately 1,362 males and 1,319 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 369 children aged 0–6 years in Shanshar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shanshar village has 1,388 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shanshar village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 56.79%.
  • There are around 566 households in Shanshar village.

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.

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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%.