Shirguli - Deha, Shimla
Shirguli is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 87 km from Shimla. Ghodna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirguli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirguli is 025336. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shirguli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirguli
According to the 2011 Census, Shirguli village had a total population of 375 people, including 194 males and 181 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.61%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 75.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 375 | 194 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 144 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 50 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Shirguli
Shirguli 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 Shirguli
Shirguli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shimla to Shirguli is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirguli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirguli 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 Shirguli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirguli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirguli
Where is Shirguli located?
Shirguli village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirguli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirguli is Ghodna.
What is the pincode of Shirguli?
The pincode of Shirguli is 171220.
What is the population of Shirguli?
Shirguli had a total population of 375, including 194 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Shirguli?
Shirguli had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirguli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirguli was 80.61%. Male literacy was 85.21% and female literacy was 75.78%.