Shyampur Gorkhuwala - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Shyampur Gorkhuwala is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gorkhuwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyampur Gorkhuwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampur Gorkhuwala is 023357. The village covers a total geographical area of 409 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Shyampur Gorkhuwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shyampur Gorkhuwala
As per Census 2011, Shyampur Gorkhuwala village has a total population of 4,584 people, consisting of 2,386 males and 2,198 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,887 literate and 1,697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyampur Gorkhuwala are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampur Gorkhuwala
Shyampur Gorkhuwala 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 Shyampur Gorkhuwala
Shyampur Gorkhuwala 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 | 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 Shyampur Gorkhuwala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampur Gorkhuwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampur Gorkhuwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shyampur Gorkhuwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampur Gorkhuwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shyampur Gorkhuwala
Where is Shyampur Gorkhuwala located?
Shyampur Gorkhuwala village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyampur Gorkhuwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyampur Gorkhuwala is Gorkhuwala.
What is the pincode of Shyampur Gorkhuwala?
The pincode of Shyampur Gorkhuwala is 173025.
What is the population of Shyampur Gorkhuwala?
Shyampur Gorkhuwala has a total population of 4,584, including 2,386 males and 2,198 females.
How many households are there in Shyampur Gorkhuwala?
There are 919 households in Shyampur Gorkhuwala.
What is the literacy rate in Shyampur Gorkhuwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampur Gorkhuwala is 62.98%. Male literacy is 71.29% and female literacy is 53.96%.