Shalag
Shalag is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Shalag village. As per 2009 stats, Beleg Snr is the gram panchayat of Shalag village.
Shalag has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shalag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalag is 015586. The village spans a total geographical area of 251 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175038. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Shalag village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shalag village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shalag
Population of Shalag
Below is a concise population overview of Shalag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 224 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 306 | 166 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 58 | 93 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalag village:
- The total population of Shalag village is around 457, including approximately 224 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Shalag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalag village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shalag village is about 66.96%, with male literacy at 74.11% and female literacy at 60.09%.
- There are around 75 households in Shalag village.
Connectivity of Shalag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalag. As per the 2011 stats, Shalag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shalag
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalag
- Where is Shalag located?
- Shalag village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalag is Beleg Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalag?
- The pincode of Shalag is 175038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalag is 457, with 224 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Shalag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalag village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalag is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 74.11%, while the female literacy rate is 60.09%.