Shanag
About Shanag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shanag village is 025743. Shanag village is located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 146km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Shanag village. As per 2009 stats, Ruslah Shak is the gram panchayat of Shanag village.
The total geographical area of village is 101.89 hectares. Shanag has a total population of 126 peoples, out of which male population is 66 while female population is 60. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shanag village is 56.35% out of which 66.67% males and 45.00% females are literate. There are about 27 houses in shanag village. Pincode of shanag village locality is 173210.
When it comes to administration, Shanag 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, Shanag village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to shanag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shanag
The population details of Shanag 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 | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Connectivity of Shanag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shanag
Where is Shanag located?
Shanag village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanag?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanag is Ruslah Shak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shanag?
The pincode of Shanag is 173210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shanag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanag is 126, with 66 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Shanag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shanag village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanag is 56.35%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 45.00%.