Shingar - Padhar, Mandi
Shingar is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Cheli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shingar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shingar is 013142. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Shingar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shingar
According to the 2011 Census, Shingar village had a total population of 431 people, including 224 males and 207 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.72%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 70.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 431 | 224 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 165 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Shingar
Shingar 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 Shingar
Shingar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shingar is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shingar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shingar 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 Shingar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shingar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shingar
Where is Shingar located?
Shingar village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shingar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shingar is Cheli.
What is the pincode of Shingar?
The pincode of Shingar is 175012.
What is the population of Shingar?
Shingar had a total population of 431, including 224 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Shingar?
Shingar had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shingar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shingar was 77.72%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 70.33%.