Shal
About Shal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shal village is 024618. Shal village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shal village. As per 2009 stats, Bhont is the gram panchayat of Shal village.
The total geographical area of village is 51 hectares. Shal has a total population of 241 peoples, out of which male population is 123 while female population is 118. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shal village is 74.27% out of which 79.67% males and 68.64% females are literate. There are about 48 houses in shal village. Pincode of shal village locality is 171001.
When it comes to administration, Shal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shal village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to shal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shal
Population of Shal
The population details of Shal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 123 | 118 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Connectivity of Shal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shal
Frequently Asked Questions about Shal
Where is Shal located?
Shal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shal is Bhont (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shal?
The pincode of Shal is 171001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shal is 241, with 123 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Shal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shal village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shal is 74.27%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 68.64%.