Shalan
About Shalan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shalan village is 025828. Shalan village is located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 154km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Shalan village. As per 2009 stats, Halaou is the gram panchayat of Shalan village.
The total geographical area of village is 97.75 hectares. Shalan has a total population of 217 peoples, out of which male population is 107 while female population is 110. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1028 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shalan village is 61.75% out of which 76.64% males and 47.27% females are literate. There are about 30 houses in shalan village. Pincode of shalan village locality is 171210.
When it comes to administration, Shalan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shalan village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to shalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shalan
The population details of Shalan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 82 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 25 | 58 |
Connectivity of Shalan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shalan
Where is Shalan located?
Shalan village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalan is Halaou (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalan?
The pincode of Shalan is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalan is 217, with 107 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Shalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalan village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalan is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 76.64%, while the female literacy rate is 47.27%.