Kashar
Kashar is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kashar village. As per 2009 stats, Shakrah is the gram panchayat of Kashar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kashar unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Kashar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kashar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kashar is 024337. The village spans a total geographical area of 6.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla is nearest town to Kashar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kashar
Population of Kashar
According to the 2011 Census, Kashar has a total population of about 19, with approximately 11 males and 8 females. The sex ratio is around 727 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.42%, with male literacy at about 90.91% and female literacy near 37.50%. There are around 5 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kashar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Connectivity of Kashar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kashar. As per the 2011 stats, Kashar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kashar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kashar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kashar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kashar
- Where is Kashar located?
- Kashar village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kashar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kashar is Shakrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kashar?
- The pincode of Kashar is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kashar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kashar is 19, with 11 males and 8 females.
- How many households are there in Kashar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kashar village has a total of 5 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kashar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kashar is 68.42%. The male literacy rate is 90.91%, while the female literacy rate is 37.50%.