Shingla
Shingla is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Shingla unique in its vibrant Rampur-Shimla region. You’ll see Shingla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shingla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shingla is 023605. The village spans a total geographical area of 293.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172201. Rampur is nearest town to Shingla village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shingla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shingla
Population of Shingla
According to the 2011 Census, Shingla has a total population of about 1,692, with approximately 867 males and 825 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 606 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.89%, with male literacy at about 81.89% and female literacy near 71.64%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shingla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 867 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 298 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 710 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 157 | 234 |
Connectivity of Shingla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shingla. As per the 2011 stats, Shingla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shingla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shingla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shingla.
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%.