Shurtang
Shurtang is a village located in Lahul tehsil of Lahul & Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from Kyelang, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shurtang village. As per 2009 stats, Sissu is the gram panchayat of Shurtang village.
Shurtang has its own place in the vibrant Lahul & Spiti 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 Shurtang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shurtang is 012413. The village spans a total geographical area of 19.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175140. Manali is nearest town to Shurtang village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shurtang
Population of Shurtang
Below is a concise population overview of Shurtang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shurtang village:
- The total population of Shurtang village is around 35, including approximately 17 males and 18 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 3 children aged 0–6 years in Shurtang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shurtang village has 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shurtang village is about 71.43%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 61.11%.
- There are around 7 households in Shurtang village.
Connectivity of Shurtang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shurtang. As per the 2011 stats, Shurtang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shurtang
Knowing the nearby villages of Shurtang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shurtang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shurtang
- Where is Shurtang located?
- Shurtang village is situated in Lahul Tehsil, within the Lahul & Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shurtang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shurtang is Sissu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shurtang?
- The pincode of Shurtang is 175140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shurtang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shurtang is 35, with 17 males and 18 females.
- How many households are there in Shurtang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shurtang village has a total of 7 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shurtang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shurtang is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 61.11%.