Shingla
About Shingla
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shingla village is 023605. Shingla village is located in Rampur tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 136km away from district headquarter Rampur. Rampur is the sub-district headquarter of Shingla village. As per 2009 stats, Shingla village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 293.78 hectares. Shingla has a total population of 1,692 peoples, out of which male population is 867 while female population is 825. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 951 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shingla village is 76.89% out of which 81.89% males and 71.64% females are literate. There are about 401 houses in shingla village. Pincode of shingla village locality is 172201.
When it comes to administration, Shingla village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shingla village comes under Rampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Rampur is nearest town to shingla village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shingla
The population details of Shingla cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 867 | 825 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 606 | 298 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 710 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 157 | 234 |
Connectivity of Shingla
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shingla
Where is Shingla located?
Shingla village is situated in Rampur Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shingla?
Shingla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shingla?
The pincode of Shingla is 172201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shingla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shingla is 1,692, with 867 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Shingla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shingla village has a total of 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shingla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shingla is 76.89%. The male literacy rate is 81.89%, while the female literacy rate is 71.64%.