Shamand - Bagshad, Mandi
Shamand is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 135 km from Mandi. Mashog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamand is 015949. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shamand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamand
As per Census 2011, Shamand village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 84 males and 85 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Shamand
Shamand 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 Shamand
Public transport in the Shamand is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shamand is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamand 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shamand
Where is Shamand located?
Shamand village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamand?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamand is Mashog.
What is the pincode of Shamand?
The pincode of Shamand is 175010.
What is the population of Shamand?
Shamand has a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Shamand?
There are 30 households in Shamand.
What is the literacy rate in Shamand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamand is 68.64%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 60.00%.