Sakundi Chimla - Kotgarh, Shimla
Sakundi Chimla is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Shimla. Mailon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakundi Chimla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakundi Chimla is 023886. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.66 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Sakundi Chimla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakundi Chimla
According to the 2011 Census, Sakundi Chimla village had a total population of 228 people, including 117 males and 111 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.18%, with male literacy at 99.08% and female literacy at 95.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sakundi Chimla
Sakundi Chimla 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 Sakundi Chimla
Sakundi Chimla 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sakundi Chimla is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakundi Chimla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakundi Chimla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakundi Chimla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakundi Chimla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakundi Chimla
Where is Sakundi Chimla located?
Sakundi Chimla village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakundi Chimla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakundi Chimla is Mailon.
What is the pincode of Sakundi Chimla?
The pincode of Sakundi Chimla is 172031.
What is the population of Sakundi Chimla?
Sakundi Chimla had a total population of 228, including 117 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Sakundi Chimla?
Sakundi Chimla had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakundi Chimla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakundi Chimla was 97.18%. Male literacy was 99.08% and female literacy was 95.19%.