Shalota
Shalota is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Shalota village. As per 2009 stats, Shallota is the gram panchayat of Shalota village.
Shalota has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shalota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalota is 023847. The village spans a total geographical area of 84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Shalota village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shalota
Below is a concise population overview of Shalota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 486 | 262 | 224 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 372 | 215 | 157 |
Illiterate Population | 114 | 47 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalota village:
- The total population of Shalota village is around 486, including approximately 262 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Shalota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalota village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shalota village is about 76.54%, with male literacy at 82.06% and female literacy at 70.09%.
- There are around 114 households in Shalota village.
Connectivity of Shalota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalota. As per the 2011 stats, Shalota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shalota
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalota
- Where is Shalota located?
- Shalota village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalota is Shallota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalota?
- The pincode of Shalota is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalota is 486, with 262 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Shalota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalota village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalota is 76.54%. The male literacy rate is 82.06%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.