Shalanji Banjan
Shalanji Banjan is a village located in Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 125km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. Rajgarh is the sub-district headquarter of Shalanji Banjan village. As per 2009 stats, Shilanji is the gram panchayat of Shalanji Banjan village.
Here you can discover what makes Shalanji Banjan unique in its vibrant Rajgarh-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Shalanji Banjan’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 Shalanji Banjan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalanji Banjan is 022549. The village spans a total geographical area of 236 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173101. Rajgarh is nearest town to Shalanji Banjan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shalanji Banjan 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 Shalanji Banjan
Population of Shalanji Banjan
According to the 2011 Census, Shalanji Banjan has a total population of about 161, with approximately 90 males and 71 females. The sex ratio is around 788 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 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 71.43%, with male literacy at about 74.44% and female literacy near 67.61%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shalanji Banjan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 115 | 67 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
Connectivity of Shalanji Banjan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalanji Banjan. As per the 2011 stats, Shalanji Banjan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shalanji Banjan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalanji Banjan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalanji Banjan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalanji Banjan
- Where is Shalanji Banjan located?
- Shalanji Banjan village is situated in Rajgarh Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalanji Banjan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shalanji Banjan is Shilanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shalanji Banjan?
- The pincode of Shalanji Banjan is 173101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalanji Banjan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalanji Banjan is 161, with 90 males and 71 females.
- How many households are there in Shalanji Banjan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalanji Banjan village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalanji Banjan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalanji Banjan is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 67.61%.