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.
Shingla has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Shingla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shingla village:
- The total population of Shingla village is around 1,692, including approximately 867 males and 825 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Shingla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shingla village has 606 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shingla village is about 76.89%, with male literacy at 81.89% and female literacy at 71.64%.
- There are around 401 households in Shingla village.
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%.