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
According to the 2011 Census, Shamand village had a total population of 169 people, including 84 males and 85 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 90.28% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Shamand?
Shamand had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamand was 80.56%. Male literacy was 90.28% and female literacy was 70.83%.