Sharontha
Sharontha is a village located in Tikar tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 120km away from district headquarter Tikar. Tikar is the sub-district headquarter of Sharontha village. As per 2009 stats, Sharontha village is also a gram panchayat.
Sharontha has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sharontha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sharontha is 026399. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171203. Rohru is nearest town to Sharontha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sharontha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sharontha
Population of Sharontha
Below is a concise population overview of Sharontha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 431 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 574 | 337 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 94 | 142 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sharontha village:
- The total population of Sharontha village is around 810, including approximately 431 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Sharontha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sharontha village has 260 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sharontha village is about 70.86%, with male literacy at 78.19% and female literacy at 62.53%.
- There are around 188 households in Sharontha village.
Connectivity of Sharontha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sharontha. As per the 2011 stats, Sharontha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sharontha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sharontha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sharontha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharontha
- Where is Sharontha located?
- Sharontha village is situated in Tikar Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sharontha?
- Sharontha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sharontha?
- The pincode of Sharontha is 171203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sharontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sharontha is 810, with 431 males and 379 females.
- How many households are there in Sharontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sharontha village has a total of 188 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sharontha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sharontha is 70.86%. The male literacy rate is 78.19%, while the female literacy rate is 62.53%.