Sharmla - Theog, Shimla
Sharmla is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sharmala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharmla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharmla is 024983. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.98 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Sharmla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Sharmla
According to the 2011 Census, Sharmla village had a total population of 380 people, including 196 males and 184 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.87%, with male literacy at 90.23% and female literacy at 73.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 380 | 196 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 157 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 39 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Sharmla
Sharmla 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 Sharmla
Public transport in the Sharmla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sharmla is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharmla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharmla 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 Sharmla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharmla 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 Sharmla
Where is Sharmla located?
Sharmla village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sharmla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharmla is Sharmala.
What is the pincode of Sharmla?
The pincode of Sharmla is 171201.
What is the population of Sharmla?
Sharmla had a total population of 380, including 196 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Sharmla?
Sharmla had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sharmla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharmla was 81.87%. Male literacy was 90.23% and female literacy was 73.21%.