Shamthla
Shamthla is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Shamthla village. As per 2009 stats, Shamathla is the gram panchayat of Shamthla village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamthla unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Shamthla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shamthla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamthla is 023911. The village spans a total geographical area of 94.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172030. Narkanda is nearest town to Shamthla village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shamthla
Population of Shamthla
According to the 2011 Census, Shamthla has a total population of about 258, with approximately 127 males and 131 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.17%, with male literacy at about 90.55% and female literacy near 74.05%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamthla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 127 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 12 | 34 |
Connectivity of Shamthla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamthla. As per the 2011 stats, Shamthla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamthla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamthla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamthla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamthla
- Where is Shamthla located?
- Shamthla village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamthla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamthla is Shamathla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shamthla?
- The pincode of Shamthla is 172030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamthla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamthla is 258, with 127 males and 131 females.
- How many households are there in Shamthla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamthla village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamthla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamthla is 82.17%. The male literacy rate is 90.55%, while the female literacy rate is 74.05%.