Shampur Gorkhuwala
Shampur Gorkhuwala is a village located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Shampur Gorkhuwala village. As per 2009 stats, Gorkhuwala is the gram panchayat of Shampur Gorkhuwala village.
Here you can discover what makes Shampur Gorkhuwala unique in its vibrant Paonta Sahib-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Shampur Gorkhuwala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shampur Gorkhuwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur Gorkhuwala is 023357. The village spans a total geographical area of 409 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173025. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Shampur Gorkhuwala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shampur Gorkhuwala 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 Paonta Sahib 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 Shampur Gorkhuwala
Population of Shampur Gorkhuwala
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur Gorkhuwala has a total population of about 4,584, with approximately 2,386 males and 2,198 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 590 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 449 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.98%, with male literacy at about 71.29% and female literacy near 53.96%. There are around 919 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shampur Gorkhuwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,584 | 2,386 | 2,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 302 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 238 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,887 | 1,701 | 1,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 685 | 1,012 |
Connectivity of Shampur Gorkhuwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shampur Gorkhuwala. As per the 2011 stats, Shampur Gorkhuwala 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 Shampur Gorkhuwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shampur Gorkhuwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shampur Gorkhuwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur Gorkhuwala
- Where is Shampur Gorkhuwala located?
- Shampur Gorkhuwala village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shampur Gorkhuwala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shampur Gorkhuwala is Gorkhuwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shampur Gorkhuwala?
- The pincode of Shampur Gorkhuwala is 173025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shampur Gorkhuwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur Gorkhuwala is 4,584, with 2,386 males and 2,198 females.
- How many households are there in Shampur Gorkhuwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shampur Gorkhuwala village has a total of 919 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shampur Gorkhuwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur Gorkhuwala is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 71.29%, while the female literacy rate is 53.96%.