Shimla
About Shimla
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shimla village is 071942. Shimla village is located in Behror tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Behror (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur is the gram panchayat of Shimla village.
The total geographical area of village is 270 hectares. Shimla has a total population of 870 peoples, out of which male population is 459 while female population is 411. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 895 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shimla village is 58.51% out of which 67.97% males and 47.93% females are literate. There are about 149 houses in shimla village. Pincode of shimla village locality is 301701.
When it comes to administration, Shimla village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shimla village comes under Behror Vidhan Sabha constituency & Alwar Lok Sabha constituency. Behror is nearest town to shimla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Shimla
The population details of Shimla cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 459 | 411 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 128 | 73 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 509 | 312 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 147 | 214 |
Connectivity of Shimla
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shimla
Where is Shimla located?
Shimla village is situated in Behror Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimla is Sherpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shimla?
The pincode of Shimla is 301701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimla is 870, with 459 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimla village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimla is 58.51%. The male literacy rate is 67.97%, while the female literacy rate is 47.93%.