Shallar - Sarawati Nagar, Shimla
Shallar is a village situated in the Sarawati Nagar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 139 km from Shimla. Nandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shallar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shallar is 026089. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 171206 pincode. Jubbal is the nearest town.
Shallar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shallar
According to the 2011 Census, Shallar village had a total population of 320 people, including 161 males and 159 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.64%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 69.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 127 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 34 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Shallar
Shallar 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 Shallar
Public transport in the Shallar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shallar is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shallar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shallar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shallar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shallar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shallar
Where is Shallar located?
Shallar village is located in Sarawati Nagar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shallar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shallar is Nandpur.
What is the pincode of Shallar?
The pincode of Shallar is 171206.
What is the population of Shallar?
Shallar had a total population of 320, including 161 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Shallar?
Shallar had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shallar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shallar was 78.64%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 69.08%.