Sharan - Thunag, Mandi
Sharan is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Saran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharan is 015088. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.37 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharan
As per Census 2011, Sharan village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 164 males and 163 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 164 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 140 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sharan
Sharan 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 Sharan
Sharan 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 Sharan is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sharan
Where is Sharan located?
Sharan village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharan is Saran.
What is the pincode of Sharan?
The pincode of Sharan is 175035.
What is the population of Sharan?
Sharan has a total population of 327, including 164 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Sharan?
There are 84 households in Sharan.
What is the literacy rate in Sharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharan is 80.43%. Male literacy is 85.37% and female literacy is 75.46%.