Shalan - Nerwa, Shimla
Shalan is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 154 km from Shimla. Halau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalan is 025828. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.75 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Shalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shalan
As per Census 2011, Shalan village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 107 males and 110 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 82 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 25 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Shalan
Shalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shalan
Shalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shalan is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalan
Where is Shalan located?
Shalan village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalan is Halau.
What is the pincode of Shalan?
The pincode of Shalan is 171210.
What is the population of Shalan?
Shalan has a total population of 217, including 107 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Shalan?
There are 30 households in Shalan.
What is the literacy rate in Shalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalan is 61.75%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 47.27%.