Shalel - Junga, Shimla
Shalel is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Balog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalel is 024865. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.71 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Shalel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shalel
As per Census 2011, Shalel village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 44 males and 43 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shalel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Shalel
Shalel 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 Shalel
Public transport in the Shalel is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shalel is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shalel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalel 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalel
Where is Shalel located?
Shalel village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalel?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalel is Balog.
What is the pincode of Shalel?
The pincode of Shalel is 171218.
What is the population of Shalel?
Shalel has a total population of 87, including 44 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Shalel?
There are 15 households in Shalel.
What is the literacy rate in Shalel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalel is 70.11%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 67.44%.