Shenal - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Shenal is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shimla. Baldeyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shenal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shenal is 024726. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Shenal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shenal
According to the 2011 Census, Shenal village had a total population of 358 people, including 181 males and 177 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.38%, with male literacy at 90.51% and female literacy at 78.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 143 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Shenal
Shenal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shenal
Shenal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shenal is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shenal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shenal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shenal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shenal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shenal
Where is Shenal located?
Shenal village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shenal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shenal is Baldeyan.
What is the pincode of Shenal?
The pincode of Shenal is 171001.
What is the population of Shenal?
Shenal had a total population of 358, including 181 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Shenal?
Shenal had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shenal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shenal was 84.38%. Male literacy was 90.51% and female literacy was 78.40%.