Shiran - Nerwa, Shimla
Shiran is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 164 km from Shimla. Pawahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiran is 025832. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.44 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Shiran 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 Shiran
As per Census 2011, Shiran village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 98 males and 86 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 66 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Shiran
Shiran 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 Shiran
Shiran 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shiran is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiran 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shiran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiran 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiran
Where is Shiran located?
Shiran village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiran?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiran is Pawahan.
What is the pincode of Shiran?
The pincode of Shiran is 171210.
What is the population of Shiran?
Shiran has a total population of 184, including 98 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Shiran?
There are 23 households in Shiran.
What is the literacy rate in Shiran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiran is 55.98%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 43.02%.