Shal Gaon

Shal Gaon is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shal Gaon village. As per 2009 stats, Anandpur is the gram panchayat of Shal Gaon village.

Shal Gaon has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shal Gaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shal Gaon is 024552. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171009. Shimla is nearest town to Shal Gaon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shal Gaon

Below is a concise population overview of Shal Gaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 234 114 120
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 11 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 177 84 93
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 190 99 91
Illiterate Population 44 15 29

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shal Gaon village:

  • The total population of Shal Gaon village is around 234, including approximately 114 males and 120 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Shal Gaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shal Gaon village has 177 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shal Gaon village is about 81.20%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 75.83%.
  • There are around 51 households in Shal Gaon village.

Connectivity of Shal Gaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shal Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shal Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shal Gaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Shal Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shal Gaon.

Sargheen Up Muhal Pantha Ghati Up Muhal Dochi Rajana Nahra Bhalog Barhai Up Muhal Rirka Up Muhal Tara Devi Up Muhal Bag Up Muhal Kyari

Frequently Asked Questions about Shal Gaon

Where is Shal Gaon located?
Shal Gaon village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shal Gaon is Anandpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shal Gaon?
The pincode of Shal Gaon is 171009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shal Gaon is 234, with 114 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Shal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shal Gaon village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shal Gaon is 81.20%. The male literacy rate is 86.84%, while the female literacy rate is 75.83%.