Shahot - Karsog, Mandi
Shahot is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Shahot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahot is 016180. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shahot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahot
As per Census 2011, Shahot village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 175 males and 174 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 175 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 59 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Shahot
Shahot 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 Shahot
Public transport in the Shahot is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shahot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shahot is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahot 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 Shahot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahot
Where is Shahot located?
Shahot village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahot?
Shahot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahot?
The pincode of Shahot is 175011.
What is the population of Shahot?
Shahot has a total population of 349, including 175 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Shahot?
There are 66 households in Shahot.
What is the literacy rate in Shahot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahot is 61.60%. Male literacy is 66.29% and female literacy is 56.90%.