Shimliya - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Shimliya is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 161 km from Nahan. Dhanach Manwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimliya is 022537. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shimliya 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 Shimliya
As per Census 2011, Shimliya village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 72 males and 68 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shimliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Shimliya
Shimliya 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 Shimliya
Public transport in the Shimliya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Shimliya is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimliya 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 Shimliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimliya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shimliya
Where is Shimliya located?
Shimliya village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimliya is Dhanach Manwa.
What is the pincode of Shimliya?
The pincode of Shimliya is 173024.
What is the population of Shimliya?
Shimliya has a total population of 140, including 72 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Shimliya?
There are 27 households in Shimliya.
What is the literacy rate in Shimliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimliya is 75.71%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 70.59%.