Shamloh - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Shamloh is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamloh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamloh is 022592. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.6 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shamloh 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 Shamloh
According to the 2011 Census, Shamloh village had a total population of 194 people, including 108 males and 86 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.74%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 81.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 194 | 108 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 89 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Shamloh
Shamloh 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 Shamloh
Shamloh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shamloh is about 103 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 Shamloh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamloh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shamloh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamloh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shamloh
Where is Shamloh located?
Shamloh village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shamloh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamloh is Tikker.
What is the pincode of Shamloh?
The pincode of Shamloh is 173101.
What is the population of Shamloh?
Shamloh had a total population of 194, including 108 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Shamloh?
Shamloh had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamloh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamloh was 86.74%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 81.93%.