Shimla
About Shimla
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shimla village is 320294. Shimla village is located in Memari I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shimla village. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Shimla village.
The total geographical area of village is 361.93 hectares. Shimla has a total population of 2,974 peoples, out of which male population is 1,492 while female population is 1,482. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 993 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shimla village is 58.41% out of which 63.20% males and 53.58% females are literate. There are about 722 houses in shimla village. Pincode of shimla village locality is 713146.
Memari is nearest town to shimla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 | 2,974 | 1,492 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 873 | 442 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 855 | 422 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 943 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,237 | 549 | 688 |
Connectivity of Shimla
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shimla
Where is Shimla located?
Shimla village is situated in Memari I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimla is Durgapur (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 713146, 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 2,974, with 1,492 males and 1,482 females.
How many households are there in Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimla village has a total of 722 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimla is 58.41%. The male literacy rate is 63.20%, while the female literacy rate is 53.58%.