Shimala

Shimala is a village located in Phalodi tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Phalodi (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Khara is the gram panchayat of Shimala village.

Shimala has its own place in the vibrant Jodhpur 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 Shimala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimala is 084091. The village spans a total geographical area of 1997.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345023. Phalodi is nearest town to Shimala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Shimala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 546 298 248
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 52 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 251 188 63
Illiterate Population 295 110 185

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

  • The total population of Shimala village is around 546, including approximately 298 males and 248 females, with a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Shimala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shimala village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shimala village is about 45.97%, with male literacy at 63.09% and female literacy at 25.40%.
  • There are around 107 households in Shimala village.

Connectivity of Shimala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shimala. As per the 2011 stats, Shimala 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Shimala

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

Jaimala Sihra Narayan Hari Rayra Shivpura Begti Kalan Lokayat Baori Khurd Aaseji Nagar Chandra Nagar Udainagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Shimala

Where is Shimala located?
Shimala village is situated in Phalodi Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimala is Khara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shimala?
The pincode of Shimala is 345023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shimala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimala is 546, with 298 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Shimala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimala village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimala is 45.97%. The male literacy rate is 63.09%, while the female literacy rate is 25.40%.