Shimalya
Shimalya is a village located in Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 161km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. Rajgarh is the sub-district headquarter of Shimalya village. As per 2009 stats, Shaya Sanura is the gram panchayat of Shimalya village.
Shimalya 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 Shimalya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimalya is 022537. The village spans a total geographical area of 40 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173233. Rajgarh is nearest town to Shimalya village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shimalya 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.
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Population of Shimalya
Below is a concise population overview of Shimalya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shimalya village:
- The total population of Shimalya village is around 140, including approximately 72 males and 68 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Shimalya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shimalya village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shimalya village is about 75.71%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 70.59%.
- There are around 27 households in Shimalya village.
Connectivity of Shimalya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shimalya. As per the 2011 stats, Shimalya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shimalya
Knowing the nearby villages of Shimalya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shimalya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shimalya
- Where is Shimalya located?
- Shimalya village is situated in Rajgarh Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shimalya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shimalya is Shaya Sanura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shimalya?
- The pincode of Shimalya is 173233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shimalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimalya is 140, with 72 males and 68 females.
- How many households are there in Shimalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shimalya village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shimalya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimalya is 75.71%. The male literacy rate is 80.56%, while the female literacy rate is 70.59%.