Shella - Kumarsain, Shimla
Shella is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Shimla. Karewathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shella is 023873. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Shella 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 Shella
As per Census 2011, Shella village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 120 males and 125 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shella are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 120 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Shella
Shella 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 Shella
Public transport in the Shella is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shella is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shella 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shella
Where is Shella located?
Shella village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shella?
The Gram Panchayat of Shella is Karewathi.
What is the pincode of Shella?
The pincode of Shella is 172029.
What is the population of Shella?
Shella has a total population of 245, including 120 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Shella?
There are 49 households in Shella.
What is the literacy rate in Shella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shella is 75.51%. Male literacy is 81.67% and female literacy is 69.60%.