Shegal

Shegal is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Shegal village. As per 2009 stats, Paura Kothi Sn is the gram panchayat of Shegal village.

Here you can discover what makes Shegal unique in its vibrant Nihri-Mandi region. You’ll see Shegal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shegal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shegal is 015560. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175031. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Shegal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shegal 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.

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Population of Shegal

According to the 2011 Census, Shegal has a total population of about 350, with approximately 170 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 130 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.86%, with male literacy at about 75.29% and female literacy near 58.89%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shegal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 350 170 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 19 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 130 62 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 234 128 106
Illiterate Population 116 42 74

Connectivity of Shegal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shegal. As per the 2011 stats, Shegal 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 Shegal

Knowing the nearby villages of Shegal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shegal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shegal

Where is Shegal located?
Shegal village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shegal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shegal is Paura Kothi Sn (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shegal?
The pincode of Shegal is 175031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shegal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shegal is 350, with 170 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Shegal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shegal village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shegal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shegal is 66.86%. The male literacy rate is 75.29%, while the female literacy rate is 58.89%.