Shalosh - Nihri, Mandi
Shalosh is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dumat Behali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalosh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalosh is 015563. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Shalosh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shalosh
According to the 2011 Census, Shalosh village had a total population of 244 people, including 128 males and 116 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.42%, with male literacy at 88.29% and female literacy at 63.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 98 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 30 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Shalosh
Shalosh 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 Shalosh
Shalosh 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 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 Shalosh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalosh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalosh 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 Shalosh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalosh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shalosh
Where is Shalosh located?
Shalosh village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalosh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalosh is Dumat Behali.
What is the pincode of Shalosh?
The pincode of Shalosh is 175031.
What is the population of Shalosh?
Shalosh had a total population of 244, including 128 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Shalosh?
Shalosh had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalosh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalosh was 76.42%. Male literacy was 88.29% and female literacy was 63.37%.