Shoshan
About Shoshan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shoshan village is 026350. Shoshan village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Shoshan village. As per 2009 stats, Garawag is the gram panchayat of Shoshan village.
The total geographical area of village is 80.99 hectares. Shoshan has a total population of 99 peoples, out of which male population is 60 while female population is 39. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 650 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shoshan village is 87.88% out of which 90.00% males and 84.62% females are literate. There are about 19 houses in shoshan village. Pincode of shoshan village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Shoshan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shoshan village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to shoshan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shoshan
The population details of Shoshan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Connectivity of Shoshan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shoshan
Where is Shoshan located?
Shoshan village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoshan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoshan is Garawag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shoshan?
The pincode of Shoshan is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shoshan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shoshan is 99, with 60 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Shoshan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shoshan village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoshan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shoshan is 87.88%. The male literacy rate is 90.00%, while the female literacy rate is 84.62%.