Shanwla
Shanwla is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shanwla village. As per 2009 stats, Shamlaghat is the gram panchayat of Shanwla village.
Here you can discover what makes Shanwla unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shanwla’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 Shanwla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanwla is 024397. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Shanwla village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shanwla
Population of Shanwla
According to the 2011 Census, Shanwla has a total population of about 46, with approximately 28 males and 18 females. The sex ratio is around 642 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 31 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 82.61%, with male literacy at about 89.29% and female literacy near 72.22%. There are around 12 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanwla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Connectivity of Shanwla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanwla. As per the 2011 stats, Shanwla 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shanwla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shanwla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shanwla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanwla
- Where is Shanwla located?
- Shanwla village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shanwla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shanwla is Shamlaghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shanwla?
- The pincode of Shanwla is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shanwla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanwla is 46, with 28 males and 18 females.
- How many households are there in Shanwla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shanwla village has a total of 12 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shanwla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanwla is 82.61%. The male literacy rate is 89.29%, while the female literacy rate is 72.22%.