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
According to the 2011 Census, Shella village had a total population of 245 people, including 120 males and 125 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.96%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 245 | 120 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 245, including 120 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Shella?
Shella had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shella was 82.96%. Male literacy was 91.59% and female literacy was 75.00%.