Kashah - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Kashah is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Shimla. Ganeog Nehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashah is 024288. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.53 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Kashah 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashah
According to the 2011 Census, Kashah village had a total population of 30 people, including 12 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 72.22%.
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 | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kashah
Kashah 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 Kashah
Kashah 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 Kashah is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kashah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kashah
Where is Kashah located?
Kashah village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kashah?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashah is Ganeog Nehra.
What is the pincode of Kashah?
The pincode of Kashah is 171001.
What is the population of Kashah?
Kashah had a total population of 30, including 12 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Kashah?
Kashah had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kashah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashah was 80.00%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 72.22%.