Shalota - Kumarsain, Shimla
Shalota is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Shimla. Shallota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalota is 023847. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Shalota 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 Shalota
According to the 2011 Census, Shalota village had a total population of 486 people, including 262 males and 224 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.41%, with male literacy at 90.34% and female literacy at 75.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 486 | 262 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 215 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 47 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Shalota
Shalota 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 Shalota
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shalota. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shalota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shalota is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shalota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shalota
Where is Shalota located?
Shalota village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalota?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalota is Shallota.
What is the pincode of Shalota?
The pincode of Shalota is 172029.
What is the population of Shalota?
Shalota had a total population of 486, including 262 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Shalota?
Shalota had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalota was 83.41%. Male literacy was 90.34% and female literacy was 75.48%.