Sharkali
Sharkali is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 120km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Sharkali village. As per 2009 stats, Kaloti Bp is the gram panchayat of Sharkali village.
Here you can discover what makes Sharkali unique in its vibrant Chirgaon-Shimla region. You’ll see Sharkali’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 Sharkali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sharkali is 026600. The village spans a total geographical area of 45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171214. Rohru is nearest town to Sharkali village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Sharkali village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sharkali
Population of Sharkali
According to the 2011 Census, Sharkali has a total population of about 191, with approximately 93 males and 98 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 165 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 59.69%, with male literacy at about 64.52% and female literacy near 55.10%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sharkali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Connectivity of Sharkali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sharkali. As per the 2011 stats, Sharkali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sharkali
Knowing the nearby villages of Sharkali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sharkali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharkali
- Where is Sharkali located?
- Sharkali village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sharkali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sharkali is Kaloti Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sharkali?
- The pincode of Sharkali is 171214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sharkali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sharkali is 191, with 93 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Sharkali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sharkali village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sharkali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sharkali is 59.69%. The male literacy rate is 64.52%, while the female literacy rate is 55.10%.