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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shalel village had a total population of 87 people, including 44 males and 43 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.56%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 78.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 87, including 44 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Shalel?
Shalel had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalel was 83.56%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 78.38%.