Shatal

Shatal is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 145km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Shatal village. As per 2009 stats, Bijmal is the gram panchayat of Shatal village.

Shatal 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 Shatal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shatal is 025856. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Shatal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shatal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shatal

Below is a concise population overview of Shatal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 202 96 106
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 10 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 76 35 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 126 65 61
Illiterate Population 76 31 45

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shatal village:

  • The total population of Shatal village is around 202, including approximately 96 males and 106 females, with a sex ratio of 1104 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Shatal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shatal village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shatal village is about 62.38%, with male literacy at 67.71% and female literacy at 57.55%.
  • There are around 34 households in Shatal village.

Connectivity of Shatal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shatal. As per the 2011 stats, Shatal 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 Shatal

Knowing the nearby villages of Shatal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shatal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shatal

Where is Shatal located?
Shatal village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shatal is Bijmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shatal?
The pincode of Shatal is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shatal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shatal is 202, with 96 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Shatal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shatal village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shatal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shatal is 62.38%. The male literacy rate is 67.71%, while the female literacy rate is 57.55%.