Shelan
About Shelan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shelan village is 026530. Shelan village is located in Rohru tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Rohru. Rohru is the sub-district headquarter of Shelan village. As per 2009 stats, Baral is the gram panchayat of Shelan village.
The total geographical area of village is 215.07 hectares. Shelan has a total population of 675 peoples, out of which male population is 345 while female population is 330. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shelan village is 72.89% out of which 85.51% males and 59.70% females are literate. There are about 142 houses in shelan village. Pincode of shelan village locality is 171207.
When it comes to administration, Shelan 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, Shelan village comes under Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Rohru is nearest town to shelan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shelan
The population details of Shelan 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 | 675 | 345 | 330 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 207 | 107 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 492 | 295 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 50 | 133 |
Connectivity of Shelan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelan
Where is Shelan located?
Shelan village is situated in Rohru Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelan is Baral (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shelan?
The pincode of Shelan is 171207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelan is 675, with 345 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Shelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelan village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelan is 72.89%. The male literacy rate is 85.51%, while the female literacy rate is 59.70%.