Shan - Krishangarh, Solan
Shan is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Darwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shan is 021398. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Shan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shan
According to the 2011 Census, Shan village had a total population of 245 people, including 119 males and 126 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 66.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 245 | 119 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 33 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Shan
Shan 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 Shan
Shan 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 | 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 Solan to Shan is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shan
Where is Shan located?
Shan village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shan is Darwa.
What is the pincode of Shan?
The pincode of Shan is 173236.
What is the population of Shan?
Shan had a total population of 245, including 119 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Shan?
Shan had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shan was 74.06%. Male literacy was 81.13% and female literacy was 66.98%.