Shahdhar - Sarahan, Shimla
Shahdhar is a village situated in the Sarahan tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 168 km from Shimla. Shahdhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahdhar is 023546. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 172102 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shahdhar 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 Shahdhar
As per Census 2011, Shahdhar village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 169 males and 161 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahdhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 169 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 141 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 28 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Shahdhar
Shahdhar 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 Shahdhar
Shahdhar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shahdhar is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahdhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahdhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahdhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahdhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahdhar
Where is Shahdhar located?
Shahdhar village is located in Sarahan Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahdhar?
Shahdhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahdhar?
The pincode of Shahdhar is 172102.
What is the population of Shahdhar?
Shahdhar has a total population of 330, including 169 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Shahdhar?
There are 77 households in Shahdhar.
What is the literacy rate in Shahdhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahdhar is 73.94%. Male literacy is 83.43% and female literacy is 63.98%.