Shior
Shior is a village located in Solan tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from Solan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shior village. As per 2009 stats, Delgi is the gram panchayat of Shior village.
Here you can discover what makes Shior unique in its vibrant Solan region. You’ll see Shior’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shior
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shior is 021840. The village spans a total geographical area of 47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173211. Sabathu is nearest town to Shior village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shior 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 Solan 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.
Google Map of Shior
Population of Shior
According to the 2011 Census, Shior has a total population of about 70, with approximately 38 males and 32 females. The sex ratio is around 842 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.43%, with male literacy at about 81.58% and female literacy near 81.25%. There are around 14 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shior's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Connectivity of Shior
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shior. As per the 2011 stats, Shior 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shior
Knowing the nearby villages of Shior helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shior.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shior
- Where is Shior located?
- Shior village is situated in Solan Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shior?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shior is Delgi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shior?
- The pincode of Shior is 173211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shior as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shior is 70, with 38 males and 32 females.
- How many households are there in Shior as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shior village has a total of 14 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shior as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shior is 81.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.58%, while the female literacy rate is 81.25%.