Thakrot - Kotkhai, Shimla
Thakrot is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakrot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakrot is 026230. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Thakrot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Thakrot
According to the 2011 Census, Thakrot village had a total population of 41 people, including 22 males and 19 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.11%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Thakrot
Thakrot 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 Thakrot
Thakrot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Thakrot is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakrot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakrot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thakrot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakrot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thakrot
Where is Thakrot located?
Thakrot village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thakrot?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakrot is Bagahar.
What is the pincode of Thakrot?
The pincode of Thakrot is 171202.
What is the population of Thakrot?
Thakrot had a total population of 41, including 22 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Thakrot?
Thakrot had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thakrot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakrot was 92.11%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.