Shelag
Shelag is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 154km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Shelag village. As per 2009 stats, Karewathi is the gram panchayat of Shelag village.
Shelag 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 Shelag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelag is 023844. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Shelag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shelag
Below is a concise population overview of Shelag 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 | 520 | 272 | 248 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 214 | 202 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 381 | 215 | 166 |
Illiterate Population | 139 | 57 | 82 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shelag village:
- The total population of Shelag village is around 520, including approximately 272 males and 248 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Shelag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shelag village has 416 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shelag village is about 73.27%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 66.94%.
- There are around 123 households in Shelag village.
Connectivity of Shelag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelag. As per the 2011 stats, Shelag 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 Shelag
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelag
- Where is Shelag located?
- Shelag village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shelag is Karewathi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shelag?
- The pincode of Shelag is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shelag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelag is 520, with 272 males and 248 females.
- How many households are there in Shelag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelag village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelag is 73.27%. The male literacy rate is 79.04%, while the female literacy rate is 66.94%.