Shangin

Shangin 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 Shangin village. As per 2009 stats, Rampur Keonthal is the gram panchayat of Shangin village.

Here you can discover what makes Shangin unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shangin’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 Shangin

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shangin is 024465. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla is nearest town to Shangin village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shangin

According to the 2011 Census, Shangin has a total population of about 195, with approximately 98 males and 97 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 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 84.62%, with male literacy at about 87.76% and female literacy near 81.44%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shangin's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 195 98 97
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 7 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 89 41 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 165 86 79
Illiterate Population 30 12 18

Connectivity of Shangin

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shangin. As per the 2011 stats, Shangin 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 Shangin

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shangin

Where is Shangin located?
Shangin village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shangin?
The Gram Panchayat of Shangin is Rampur Keonthal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shangin?
The pincode of Shangin is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shangin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shangin is 195, with 98 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Shangin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shangin village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shangin as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shangin is 84.62%. The male literacy rate is 87.76%, while the female literacy rate is 81.44%.