Shakra
About Shakra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shakra village is 016011. Shakra village is located in Karsog tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 155km away from district headquarter Karsog. Karsog is the sub-district headquarter of Shakra village. As per 2009 stats, Shakra Ksg is the gram panchayat of Shakra village.
The total geographical area of village is 907.4 hectares. Shakra has a total population of 1,328 peoples, out of which male population is 650 while female population is 678. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1043 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shakra village is 72.89% out of which 80.77% males and 65.34% females are literate. There are about 231 houses in shakra village. Pincode of shakra village locality is 171302.
When it comes to administration, Shakra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shakra village comes under Karsog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Seoni is nearest town to shakra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shakra
The population details of Shakra 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 | 1,328 | 650 | 678 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 968 | 525 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 125 | 235 |
Connectivity of Shakra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shakra
Where is Shakra located?
Shakra village is situated in Karsog Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakra is Shakra Ksg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shakra?
The pincode of Shakra is 171302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakra is 1,328, with 650 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Shakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakra village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakra is 72.89%. The male literacy rate is 80.77%, while the female literacy rate is 65.34%.