Shakra
About Shakra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shakra village is 015733. Shakra village is located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Shakra village. As per 2009 stats, Jhungi Ghr is the gram panchayat of Shakra village.
The total geographical area of village is 48.46 hectares. Shakra has a total population of 266 peoples, out of which male population is 122 while female population is 144. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1180 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shakra village is 68.80% out of which 84.43% males and 55.56% females are literate. There are about 56 houses in shakra village. Pincode of shakra village locality is 175031.
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 Nachan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Sundarnagar 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 | 266 | 122 | 144 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 14 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 19 | 64 |
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 Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakra is Jhungi Ghr (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 175031, 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 266, with 122 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Shakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakra village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakra is 68.80%. The male literacy rate is 84.43%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.