Shah - Rampur, Shimla
Shah is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah is 023551. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.94 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Shah village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 243 males and 239 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 243 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 209 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 34 | 77 |
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 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
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 Sanarsa.
What is the pincode of Shah?
The pincode of Shah is 172201.
What is the population of Shah?
Shah has a total population of 482, including 243 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Shah?
There are 105 households in Shah.
What is the literacy rate in Shah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah is 76.97%. Male literacy is 86.01% and female literacy is 67.78%.