Shakoli - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Shakoli is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Kyelang. Shakoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakoli is 012173. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.59 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Shakoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakoli
As per Census 2011, Shakoli village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 310 males and 315 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 541 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 310 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 268 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 201 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 109 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Shakoli
Shakoli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shakoli
Public transport in the Shakoli is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Shakoli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakoli
Where is Shakoli located?
Shakoli village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakoli?
Shakoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakoli?
The pincode of Shakoli is 175142.
What is the population of Shakoli?
Shakoli has a total population of 625, including 310 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Shakoli?
There are 117 households in Shakoli.
What is the literacy rate in Shakoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakoli is 56.32%. Male literacy is 64.84% and female literacy is 47.94%.