Shamra - Nohra, Sirmaur
Shamra is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shamra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamra is 022678. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.31 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shamra 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 Shamra
According to the 2011 Census, Shamra village had a total population of 470 people, including 238 males and 232 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.63%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 91.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 210 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Shamra
Shamra 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 Shamra
Shamra 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 | 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 Nahan to Shamra is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamra 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shamra
Where is Shamra located?
Shamra village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamra?
Shamra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamra?
The pincode of Shamra is 173104.
What is the population of Shamra?
Shamra had a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Shamra?
Shamra had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamra was 94.63%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 91.98%.