Shirgal - Karsog, Mandi
Shirgal is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Matehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgal is 016153. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.6 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shirgal 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 Shirgal
As per Census 2011, Shirgal village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 64 males and 50 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 53 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Shirgal
Shirgal 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 Shirgal
Public transport in the Shirgal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shirgal is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirgal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirgal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirgal
Where is Shirgal located?
Shirgal village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirgal is Matehal.
What is the pincode of Shirgal?
The pincode of Shirgal is 175011.
What is the population of Shirgal?
Shirgal has a total population of 114, including 64 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Shirgal?
There are 25 households in Shirgal.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgal is 75.44%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 66.00%.