Shalamun

Shalamun is a village located in Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 120km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. Rajgarh is the sub-district headquarter of Shalamun village. As per 2009 stats, Karganoo is the gram panchayat of Shalamun village.

Here you can discover what makes Shalamun unique in its vibrant Rajgarh-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Shalamun’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 Shalamun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalamun is 022581. The village spans a total geographical area of 354.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173223. Rajgarh is nearest town to Shalamun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shalamun 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 Pachhad 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 Shalamun

According to the 2011 Census, Shalamun has a total population of about 185, with approximately 90 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.38%, with male literacy at about 63.33% and female literacy near 53.68%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shalamun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 185 90 95
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 15 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 123 63 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 108 57 51
Illiterate Population 77 33 44

Connectivity of Shalamun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalamun. As per the 2011 stats, Shalamun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shalamun

Knowing the nearby villages of Shalamun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalamun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shalamun

Where is Shalamun located?
Shalamun village is situated in Rajgarh Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalamun?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalamun is Karganoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shalamun?
The pincode of Shalamun is 173223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shalamun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalamun is 185, with 90 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Shalamun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shalamun village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalamun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalamun is 58.38%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 53.68%.