Shirgulli - Theog, Shimla
Shirgulli is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sainj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirgulli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgulli is 025099. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.1 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shirgulli 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 Shirgulli
According to the 2011 Census, Shirgulli village had a total population of 122 people, including 99 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 232 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.21%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 122 | 99 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 26 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 96 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Shirgulli
Shirgulli 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 Shirgulli
Public transport in the Shirgulli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shirgulli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shirgulli is about 52 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 Shirgulli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirgulli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirgulli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirgulli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirgulli
Where is Shirgulli located?
Shirgulli village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgulli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirgulli is Sainj.
What is the pincode of Shirgulli?
The pincode of Shirgulli is 171201.
What is the population of Shirgulli?
Shirgulli had a total population of 122, including 99 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Shirgulli?
Shirgulli had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgulli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgulli was 94.21%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 81.82%.