Shakra - Nihri, Mandi
Shakra is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhungi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakra is 015733. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.46 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Shakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakra
As per Census 2011, Shakra village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 122 males and 144 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,180 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 122 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 14 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 19 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Shakra
Shakra 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 Shakra
Shakra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Shakra is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shakra
Where is Shakra located?
Shakra village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakra is Jhungi.
What is the pincode of Shakra?
The pincode of Shakra is 175031.
What is the population of Shakra?
Shakra has a total population of 266, including 122 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Shakra?
There are 56 households in Shakra.
What is the literacy rate in Shakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakra is 68.80%. Male literacy is 84.43% and female literacy is 55.56%.