Shalamoo - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Shalamoo is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Karganoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalamoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalamoo is 022581. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.23 hectares and falls under the 173223 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shalamoo 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 Shalamoo
As per Census 2011, Shalamoo village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 90 males and 95 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shalamoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Shalamoo
Shalamoo 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 Shalamoo
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shalamoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shalamoo is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalamoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalamoo 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 Shalamoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalamoo 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shalamoo
Where is Shalamoo located?
Shalamoo village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalamoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalamoo is Karganoo.
What is the pincode of Shalamoo?
The pincode of Shalamoo is 173223.
What is the population of Shalamoo?
Shalamoo has a total population of 185, including 90 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Shalamoo?
There are 41 households in Shalamoo.
What is the literacy rate in Shalamoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalamoo is 58.38%. Male literacy is 63.33% and female literacy is 53.68%.