Shobli - Rampur, Shimla
Shobli is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dev Nagar (dawla) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shobli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shobli is 023632. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.93 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shobli 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 Shobli
According to the 2011 Census, Shobli village had a total population of 275 people, including 155 males and 120 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.84%, with male literacy at 89.71% and female literacy at 67.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 275 | 155 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 122 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 33 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Shobli
Shobli 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 Shobli
Shobli 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shobli is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shobli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shobli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shobli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shobli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shobli
Where is Shobli located?
Shobli village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shobli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shobli is Dev Nagar (dawla).
What is the pincode of Shobli?
The pincode of Shobli is 172201.
What is the population of Shobli?
Shobli had a total population of 275, including 155 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Shobli?
Shobli had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shobli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shobli was 79.84%. Male literacy was 89.71% and female literacy was 67.29%.