Shimla

Shimla is a village located in Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Sardarshahar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Churu. As per 2009 stats, Shimla village is also a gram panchayat.

Shimla has its own place in the vibrant Churu 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 Shimla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimla is 070321. The village spans a total geographical area of 3686 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 331403. Sardarshahar is nearest town to Shimla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shimla 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 Taranagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Churu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shimla

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,210 2,212 1,998
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 699 371 328
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,048 577 471
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 6 8
Literate Population 1,873 1,157 716
Illiterate Population 2,337 1,055 1,282

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

  • The total population of Shimla village is around 4,210, including approximately 2,212 males and 1,998 females, with a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 699 children aged 0–6 years in Shimla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shimla village has 1,048 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shimla village is about 44.49%, with male literacy at 52.31% and female literacy at 35.84%.
  • There are around 712 households in Shimla village.

Connectivity of Shimla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shimla. As per the 2011 stats, Shimla 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shimla

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shimla

Where is Shimla located?
Shimla village is situated in Sardarshahar Tehsil, within the Churu district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimla?
Shimla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shimla?
The pincode of Shimla is 331403, 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 4,210, with 2,212 males and 1,998 females.
How many households are there in Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimla village has a total of 712 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimla is 44.49%. The male literacy rate is 52.31%, while the female literacy rate is 35.84%.