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.
Shalamun 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 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.
Google Map of Shalamun
Population of Shalamun
Below is a concise population overview of Shalamun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shalamun village:
- The total population of Shalamun village is around 185, including approximately 90 males and 95 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Shalamun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shalamun village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shalamun village is about 58.38%, with male literacy at 63.33% and female literacy at 53.68%.
- There are around 41 households in Shalamun village.
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) |
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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%.