Shakha
Shakha is a village located in Chhuikhadan tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chhuikhadan (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Shakha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shakha unique in its vibrant Chhuikhadan-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Shakha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shakha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakha is 440203. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491771. Chhuikhadan is nearest town to Shakha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shakha
Population of Shakha
According to the 2011 Census, Shakha has a total population of about 1,437, with approximately 720 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 196. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.65%, with male literacy at about 73.19% and female literacy near 56.07%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 720 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 527 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 193 | 315 |
Connectivity of Shakha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakha. As per the 2011 stats, Shakha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shakha
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakha
- Where is Shakha located?
- Shakha village is situated in Chhuikhadan Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakha?
- Shakha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shakha?
- The pincode of Shakha is 491771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakha is 1,437, with 720 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Shakha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakha village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakha is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 73.19%, while the female literacy rate is 56.07%.