Shera Kalan
Shera Kalan is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shera Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Dummi is the gram panchayat of Shera Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Shera Kalan unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shera Kalan’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 Shera Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shera Kalan is 024633. The village spans a total geographical area of 41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171001. Shimla is nearest town to Shera Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shera Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shera Kalan
Population of Shera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Shera Kalan has a total population of about 29, with approximately 15 males and 14 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.86%, with male literacy at about 86.67% and female literacy near 64.29%. There are around 6 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shera Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Connectivity of Shera Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shera Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Shera Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shera Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shera Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shera Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shera Kalan
- Where is Shera Kalan located?
- Shera Kalan village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shera Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shera Kalan is Dummi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shera Kalan?
- The pincode of Shera Kalan is 171001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shera Kalan is 29, with 15 males and 14 females.
- How many households are there in Shera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shera Kalan village has a total of 6 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shera Kalan is 75.86%. The male literacy rate is 86.67%, while the female literacy rate is 64.29%.