Shingar
Shingar is a village located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Shingar village. As per 2009 stats, Kunnu Drg is the gram panchayat of Shingar village.
Shingar 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 Shingar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shingar is 013142. The village spans a total geographical area of 189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176121. Mandi is nearest town to Shingar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shingar 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 Darang 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 Shingar
Population of Shingar
Below is a concise population overview of Shingar 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 | 431 | 224 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 165 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shingar village:
- The total population of Shingar village is around 431, including approximately 224 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Shingar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shingar village has 108 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shingar village is about 67.98%, with male literacy at 73.66% and female literacy at 61.84%.
- There are around 89 households in Shingar village.
Connectivity of Shingar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shingar. As per the 2011 stats, Shingar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shingar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shingar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shingar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shingar
- Where is Shingar located?
- Shingar village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shingar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shingar is Kunnu Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shingar?
- The pincode of Shingar is 176121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shingar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shingar is 431, with 224 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Shingar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shingar village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shingar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shingar is 67.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.66%, while the female literacy rate is 61.84%.