Shalaina - Theog, Shimla
Shalaina is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalaina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalaina is 025214. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.44 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shalaina 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 Shalaina
According to the 2011 Census, Shalaina village had a total population of 25 people, including 14 males and 11 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.48%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%.
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 | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Shalaina
Shalaina 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 Shalaina
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shalaina.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shalaina is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalaina 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 Shalaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalaina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalaina
Where is Shalaina located?
Shalaina village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalaina?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalaina is Dhamandri.
What is the pincode of Shalaina?
The pincode of Shalaina is 171201.
What is the population of Shalaina?
Shalaina had a total population of 25, including 14 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Shalaina?
Shalaina had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalaina was 90.48%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.