Shakla - Nankhari, Shimla
Shakla is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakla is 023718. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shakla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakla
According to the 2011 Census, Shakla village had a total population of 171 people, including 90 males and 81 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.75%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 72.97%.
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 | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 80 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Shakla
Shakla 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 Shakla
Public transport in the Shakla 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 Shakla is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakla 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 Shakla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakla 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 Shakla
Where is Shakla located?
Shakla village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakla is Barog.
What is the pincode of Shakla?
The pincode of Shakla is 172021.
What is the population of Shakla?
Shakla had a total population of 171, including 90 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Shakla?
Shakla had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakla was 83.75%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 72.97%.