Shoyah
Shoyah is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shoyah village. As per 2009 stats, Kufri Shawah is the gram panchayat of Shoyah village.
Here you can discover what makes Shoyah unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shoyah’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 Shoyah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shoyah is 024762. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171007. Shimla is nearest town to Shoyah village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shoyah 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 Kasumpti 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 Shoyah
Population of Shoyah
According to the 2011 Census, Shoyah has a total population of about 196, with approximately 106 males and 90 females. The sex ratio is around 849 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 48 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 78.57%, with male literacy at about 83.96% and female literacy near 72.22%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shoyah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 154 | 89 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 17 | 25 |
Connectivity of Shoyah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shoyah. As per the 2011 stats, Shoyah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shoyah
Knowing the nearby villages of Shoyah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shoyah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shoyah
- Where is Shoyah located?
- Shoyah village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shoyah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shoyah is Kufri Shawah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shoyah?
- The pincode of Shoyah is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shoyah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shoyah is 196, with 106 males and 90 females.
- How many households are there in Shoyah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shoyah village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shoyah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shoyah is 78.57%. The male literacy rate is 83.96%, while the female literacy rate is 72.22%.