Shalanji Banjan - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Shalanji Banjan is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalanji Banjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalanji Banjan is 022549. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shalanji Banjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Shalanji Banjan
According to the 2011 Census, Shalanji Banjan village had a total population of 161 people, including 90 males and 71 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 789 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 90 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 67 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Shalanji Banjan
Shalanji Banjan 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 Shalanji Banjan
Shalanji Banjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Shalanji Banjan is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalanji Banjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalanji Banjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shalanji Banjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalanji Banjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shalanji Banjan
Where is Shalanji Banjan located?
Shalanji Banjan village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shalanji Banjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalanji Banjan is Shilanji.
What is the pincode of Shalanji Banjan?
The pincode of Shalanji Banjan is 173101.
What is the population of Shalanji Banjan?
Shalanji Banjan had a total population of 161, including 90 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Shalanji Banjan?
Shalanji Banjan had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalanji Banjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalanji Banjan was 76.67%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 69.57%.