Shahal
Shahal is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shahal village. As per 2009 stats, Chanog is the gram panchayat of Shahal village.
Here you can discover what makes Shahal unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shahal’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 Shahal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahal is 024410. The village spans a total geographical area of 19.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Shahal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahal
Population of Shahal
According to the 2011 Census, Shahal has a total population of about 37, with approximately 21 males and 16 females. The sex ratio is around 761 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 70.27%, with male literacy at about 76.19% and female literacy near 62.50%. There are around 5 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Connectivity of Shahal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahal. As per the 2011 stats, Shahal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahal
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahal
- Where is Shahal located?
- Shahal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shahal is Chanog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shahal?
- The pincode of Shahal is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahal is 37, with 21 males and 16 females.
- How many households are there in Shahal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahal village has a total of 5 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahal is 70.27%. The male literacy rate is 76.19%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.