Sherla - Krishangarh, Solan
Sherla is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Goela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherla is 021303. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.47 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Sherla 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 Sherla
According to the 2011 Census, Sherla village had a total population of 186 people, including 104 males and 82 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 85.87% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 186 | 104 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 79 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Sherla
Sherla 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 Sherla
Public transport in the Sherla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Sherla is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sherla
Where is Sherla located?
Sherla village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherla is Goela.
What is the pincode of Sherla?
The pincode of Sherla is 173236.
What is the population of Sherla?
Sherla had a total population of 186, including 104 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Sherla?
Sherla had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherla was 77.25%. Male literacy was 85.87% and female literacy was 66.67%.