Shah - Rampur, Shimla
Shah is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Phunja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah is 023578. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Shah village had a total population of 539 people, including 292 males and 247 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 69.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 292 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 151 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 220 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 72 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Shah
Shah 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 Shah
Shah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shah is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shah
Where is Shah located?
Shah village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shah?
The Gram Panchayat of Shah is Phunja.
What is the pincode of Shah?
The pincode of Shah is 172201.
What is the population of Shah?
Shah had a total population of 539, including 292 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Shah?
Shah had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah was 77.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 69.51%.