Shorshan - Bagshad, Mandi
Shorshan is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Mandi. Shorshan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shorshan is 015916. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shorshan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shorshan
According to the 2011 Census, Shorshan village had a total population of 181 people, including 88 males and 93 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.93%, with male literacy at 92.41% and female literacy at 76.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 181 | 88 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Shorshan
Shorshan 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 Shorshan
Shorshan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shorshan is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shorshan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shorshan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shorshan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shorshan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shorshan
Where is Shorshan located?
Shorshan village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shorshan?
Shorshan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shorshan?
The pincode of Shorshan is 175010.
What is the population of Shorshan?
Shorshan had a total population of 181, including 88 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Shorshan?
Shorshan had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shorshan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shorshan was 83.93%. Male literacy was 92.41% and female literacy was 76.40%.