Shamathla - Kotgarh, Shimla
Shamathla is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Shimla. Shamathla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamathla is 023911. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.51 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Shamathla 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 Shamathla
According to the 2011 Census, Shamathla village had a total population of 258 people, including 127 males and 131 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.24%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 80.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 258 | 127 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 12 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Shamathla
Shamathla 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 Shamathla
Shamathla 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 Shimla to Shamathla is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamathla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamathla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shamathla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamathla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shamathla
Where is Shamathla located?
Shamathla village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamathla?
Shamathla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamathla?
The pincode of Shamathla is 172030.
What is the population of Shamathla?
Shamathla had a total population of 258, including 127 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Shamathla?
Shamathla had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamathla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamathla was 87.24%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 80.17%.