Sheel - Krishangarh, Solan
Sheel is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Jagjitnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheel is 021458. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 173225 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Sheel 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 Sheel
According to the 2011 Census, Sheel village had a total population of 358 people, including 175 males and 183 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 95.33% and female literacy at 72.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 358 | 175 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 143 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 32 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Sheel
Sheel 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 Sheel
Sheel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sheel is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sheel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sheel
Where is Sheel located?
Sheel village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheel?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheel is Jagjitnagar.
What is the pincode of Sheel?
The pincode of Sheel is 173225.
What is the population of Sheel?
Sheel had a total population of 358, including 175 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Sheel?
Sheel had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheel was 83.82%. Male literacy was 95.33% and female literacy was 72.96%.