Shal - Bagshad, Mandi
Shal is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from Mandi. Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shal is 016045. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shal
According to the 2011 Census, Shal village had a total population of 12 people, including 6 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Shal
Shal 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 Shal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shal
Where is Shal located?
Shal village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shal is Kanda.
What is the pincode of Shal?
The pincode of Shal is 175046.
What is the population of Shal?
Shal had a total population of 12, including 6 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Shal?
Shal had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shal was 77.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.