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.

Shampur Gorkhuwala has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shampur Gorkhuwala

Below is a concise population overview of Shampur Gorkhuwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shampur Gorkhuwala village:

  • The total population of Shampur Gorkhuwala village is around 4,584, including approximately 2,386 males and 2,198 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 590 children aged 0–6 years in Shampur Gorkhuwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shampur Gorkhuwala village has 449 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shampur Gorkhuwala village is about 62.98%, with male literacy at 71.29% and female literacy at 53.96%.
  • There are around 919 households in Shampur Gorkhuwala village.

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%.