Shambhu Wala - Nahan, Sirmaur
Shambhu Wala is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bankala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shambhu Wala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shambhu Wala is 023224. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Shambhu Wala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shambhu Wala
As per Census 2011, Shambhu Wala village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 323 males and 306 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shambhu Wala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 323 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 276 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 47 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Shambhu Wala
Shambhu Wala 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 Shambhu Wala
Shambhu Wala 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 Nahan to Shambhu Wala is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shambhu Wala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shambhu Wala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shambhu Wala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shambhu Wala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shambhu Wala
Where is Shambhu Wala located?
Shambhu Wala village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shambhu Wala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shambhu Wala is Bankala.
What is the pincode of Shambhu Wala?
The pincode of Shambhu Wala is 173001.
What is the population of Shambhu Wala?
Shambhu Wala has a total population of 629, including 323 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Shambhu Wala?
There are 138 households in Shambhu Wala.
What is the literacy rate in Shambhu Wala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shambhu Wala is 81.24%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 76.80%.