Shenal
About Shenal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shenal village is 024726. Shenal village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shenal village. As per 2009 stats, Baldehan is the gram panchayat of Shenal village.
The total geographical area of village is 117 hectares. Shenal has a total population of 358 peoples, out of which male population is 181 while female population is 177. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shenal village is 75.42% out of which 79.01% males and 71.75% females are literate. There are about 64 houses in shenal village. Pincode of shenal village locality is 171007.
When it comes to administration, Shenal 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, Shenal village comes under Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to shenal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shenal
The population details of Shenal 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 | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 270 | 143 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Connectivity of Shenal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shenal
Where is Shenal located?
Shenal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shenal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shenal is Baldehan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shenal?
The pincode of Shenal is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shenal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shenal is 358, with 181 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Shenal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shenal village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shenal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shenal is 75.42%. The male literacy rate is 79.01%, while the female literacy rate is 71.75%.