Shansh - Karsog, Mandi
Shansh is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Shaindal Ghaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shansh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shansh is 016164. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.74 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shansh 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 Shansh
As per Census 2011, Shansh village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 140 males and 124 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shansh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 140 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 118 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 22 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Shansh
Shansh 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 Shansh
Shansh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shansh is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shansh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shansh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shansh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shansh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shansh
Where is Shansh located?
Shansh village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shansh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shansh is Shaindal Ghaini.
What is the pincode of Shansh?
The pincode of Shansh is 175010.
What is the population of Shansh?
Shansh has a total population of 264, including 140 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Shansh?
There are 48 households in Shansh.
What is the literacy rate in Shansh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shansh is 70.08%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 54.03%.