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Shansha (3/5) Village, Lahul Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Shansha (3/5) is a village in Lahul Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Lahul & Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Shansha (3/5) is a village in Lahul Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Lahul & Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. For Shansha (3/5), the population is 320, PIN code is 175133 and Census village code is 12296. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Shansha (3/5) Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 12296 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 175133 |
| Population | 320 |
| Households | 72 |
| Area | 139.53 ha / 1.40 sq. km / 345 acres |
| Population density | 229 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1065 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Manali (120 km) |
| Current state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Census 2011 state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Current district | Lahul & Spiti |
| Census 2011 district | Lahul & Spiti |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 175133. This helps users verify the postal area for Shansha (3/5), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 175133 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Shansha BO, Lote SO Lahul Spiti, and Jobrang BO |
| Best matching post office | Shansha BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 3 |
| Postal district | Lahul and Spiti |
| Postal state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Postal division | Mandi Division |
| Postal circle | Himachal Pradesh Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Shansha (3/5) comes under Shansha (3/5) gram panchayat and Lahul C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Lahul Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Kyelang at 25 km. The Census district headquarters, Kyelang, is 25 km away.
| Current state | Himachal Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Current district | Lahul & Spiti |
| Census 2011 district | Lahul & Spiti |
| State code | 2 |
| District code | 25 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 115 |
| C.D. Block code | 23 |
| Block panchayat code | 23 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Shansha (3/5) village and its household count.
Total population
320 residents in 72 households
Male population
155
Female population
165
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 72; Scheduled Tribes: 216
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Available |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Available |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Not available in village |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 24 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 24 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 46.46 hectares |
|---|---|
| Unirrigated area | 46.46 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 25.98 hectares |
| Main crop | Potato |
| Second crop | Green Peas |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Shansha (3/5)
Manali (120 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kyelang is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Manali (120 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Kyelang (25 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Himachal Pradesh government website Official state/UT portal
- Himbhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 12296
- India Post PIN code search 175133
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Shansha (3/5). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 3 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree | 3 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shansha (3/5) village located?
Shansha (3/5) is located in Lahul Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Lahul & Spiti.
Which Tehsil is Shansha (3/5) in?
Shansha (3/5) is in Lahul Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Shansha (3/5) in?
District: Lahul & Spiti.
What is the village code of Shansha (3/5)?
The Census village code of Shansha (3/5) is 12296.
What is the PIN code of Shansha (3/5)?
The PIN code reported for Shansha (3/5) is 175133.
What is the population of Shansha (3/5)?
Shansha (3/5) has 320 residents in 72 households as per Census 2011.
Which is the nearest town to Shansha (3/5)?
The nearest statutory town to Shansha (3/5) is Manali (120 km).
Which crops are grown in Shansha (3/5)?
The main crops reported for Shansha (3/5) are Potato and Green Peas.
What land-use details are available for Shansha (3/5)?
Land-use details for Shansha (3/5) include net area sown: 46.46 hectares and unirrigated area: 46.46 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Shansha (3/5)?
Government primary school status for Shansha (3/5) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Shansha (3/5)?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Shansha (3/5)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Shansha (3/5)?
The total geographical area of Shansha (3/5) is 139.53 hectares.
How many households are in Shansha (3/5)?
Shansha (3/5) has 72 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Shansha (3/5)?
Treated tap water is available in the village.
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