Shirgal - Sunni, Shimla
Shirgal is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Ghaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgal is 024094. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.37 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shirgal 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 Shirgal
According to the 2011 Census, Shirgal village had a total population of 41 people, including 21 males and 20 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Shirgal
Shirgal 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 Shirgal
Public transport in the Shirgal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shirgal is about 30 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 Shirgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirgal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shirgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirgal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirgal
Where is Shirgal located?
Shirgal village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirgal is Ghaini.
What is the pincode of Shirgal?
The pincode of Shirgal is 171301.
What is the population of Shirgal?
Shirgal had a total population of 41, including 21 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Shirgal?
Shirgal had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgal was 80.56%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.