Shakrog - Padhar, Mandi
Shakrog is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Siyun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakrog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakrog is 013152. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.77 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Shakrog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakrog
According to the 2011 Census, Shakrog village had a total population of 173 people, including 83 males and 90 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 70.59%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 9 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Shakrog
Shakrog 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 Shakrog
Shakrog 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 Shakrog is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakrog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakrog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakrog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakrog 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakrog
Where is Shakrog located?
Shakrog village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakrog?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakrog is Siyun.
What is the pincode of Shakrog?
The pincode of Shakrog is 175012.
What is the population of Shakrog?
Shakrog had a total population of 173, including 83 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Shakrog?
Shakrog had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakrog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakrog was 83.23%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 70.59%.