Shamla

Shamla is a village located in Nabha tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nabha (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Shamala is the gram panchayat of Shamla village.

Shamla has its own place in the vibrant Patiala region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shamla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamla is 036347. The village spans a total geographical area of 279 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140417. Nabha is nearest town to Shamla village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shamla

Below is a concise population overview of Shamla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 977 532 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 56 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 72 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 589 329 260
Illiterate Population 388 203 185

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shamla village:

  • The total population of Shamla village is around 977, including approximately 532 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Shamla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shamla village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shamla village is about 60.29%, with male literacy at 61.84% and female literacy at 58.43%.
  • There are around 173 households in Shamla village.

Connectivity of Shamla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamla. As per the 2011 stats, Shamla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shamla

Knowing the nearby villages of Shamla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamla.

Kansuha Khurd Matourda Dhundewal Ajnauda Khurd Kansuha Kalan Dhangera Khurd Pednni Khurd Paidan Sahauli Kaidupur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shamla

Where is Shamla located?
Shamla village is situated in Nabha Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamla is Shamala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shamla?
The pincode of Shamla is 140417, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shamla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamla is 977, with 532 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Shamla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shamla village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamla is 60.29%. The male literacy rate is 61.84%, while the female literacy rate is 58.43%.