Shallana - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Shallana is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shalana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shallana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shallana is 022601. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.89 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shallana 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 Shallana
According to the 2011 Census, Shallana village had a total population of 524 people, including 275 males and 249 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.97%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 524 | 275 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 227 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 48 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Shallana
Shallana 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 Shallana
Shallana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Shallana is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shallana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shallana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shallana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shallana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shallana
Where is Shallana located?
Shallana village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shallana?
The Gram Panchayat of Shallana is Shalana.
What is the pincode of Shallana?
The pincode of Shallana is 173101.
What is the population of Shallana?
Shallana had a total population of 524, including 275 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Shallana?
Shallana had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shallana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shallana was 86.97%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 80.00%.