Sambhar - Theog, Shimla
Sambhar is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sambhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sambhar is 025067. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.78 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Sambhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sambhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sambhar village had a total population of 125 people, including 64 males and 61 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.09%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.00%.
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 | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 3 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Sambhar
Sambhar 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 Sambhar
Sambhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sambhar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sambhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sambhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sambhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sambhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sambhar
Where is Sambhar located?
Sambhar village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sambhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sambhar is Kyar.
What is the pincode of Sambhar?
The pincode of Sambhar is 171201.
What is the population of Sambhar?
Sambhar had a total population of 125, including 64 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Sambhar?
Sambhar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sambhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sambhar was 90.09%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.00%.