Dak Shirar
Dak Shirar is a village located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 178km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Dak Shirar village. As per 2009 stats, Dharchandna Bp is the gram panchayat of Dak Shirar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dak Shirar unique in its vibrant Cheta-Shimla region. You’ll see Dak Shirar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dak Shirar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dak Shirar is 025681. The village spans a total geographical area of 555.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Dak Shirar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dak Shirar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dak Shirar
Population of Dak Shirar
According to the 2011 Census, Dak Shirar has a total population of about 526, with approximately 284 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 852 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.37%, with male literacy at about 64.08% and female literacy near 51.65%. There are around 83 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dak Shirar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 284 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 307 | 182 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 102 | 117 |
Connectivity of Dak Shirar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dak Shirar. As per the 2011 stats, Dak Shirar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dak Shirar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dak Shirar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dak Shirar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dak Shirar
- Where is Dak Shirar located?
- Dak Shirar village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dak Shirar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dak Shirar is Dharchandna Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dak Shirar?
- The pincode of Dak Shirar is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dak Shirar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dak Shirar is 526, with 284 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Dak Shirar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dak Shirar village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dak Shirar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dak Shirar is 58.37%. The male literacy rate is 64.08%, while the female literacy rate is 51.65%.