Sheli - Darlaghat, Solan
Sheli is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Materni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheli is 019999. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sheli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheli
As per Census 2011, Sheli village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 160 males and 164 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 127 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 33 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Sheli
Sheli 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 Sheli
Sheli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Solan to Sheli is about 100 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 Sheli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sheli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sheli
Where is Sheli located?
Sheli village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheli is Materni.
What is the pincode of Sheli?
The pincode of Sheli is 173221.
What is the population of Sheli?
Sheli has a total population of 324, including 160 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Sheli?
There are 55 households in Sheli.
What is the literacy rate in Sheli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheli is 69.44%. Male literacy is 79.38% and female literacy is 59.76%.