Shingi - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Shingi is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dingar Kinnar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shingi is 022882. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Shingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shingi
As per Census 2011, Shingi village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 43 males and 45 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Shingi
Shingi 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 Shingi
Shingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shingi 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 Shingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shingi 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 Shingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shingi
Where is Shingi located?
Shingi village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shingi is Dingar Kinnar.
What is the pincode of Shingi?
The pincode of Shingi is 173001.
What is the population of Shingi?
Shingi has a total population of 88, including 43 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Shingi?
There are 18 households in Shingi.
What is the literacy rate in Shingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shingi is 79.55%. Male literacy is 90.70% and female literacy is 68.89%.