Shakla
Shakla is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 115km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Shakla village. As per 2009 stats, Barog is the gram panchayat of Shakla village.
Here you can discover what makes Shakla unique in its vibrant Nankhari-Shimla region. You’ll see Shakla’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 Shakla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakla is 023718. The village spans a total geographical area of 32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172021. Rampur is nearest town to Shakla village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shakla
Population of Shakla
According to the 2011 Census, Shakla has a total population of about 171, with approximately 90 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.36%, with male literacy at about 88.89% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 80 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Connectivity of Shakla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakla. As per the 2011 stats, Shakla 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 Shakla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakla
- Where is Shakla located?
- Shakla village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shakla is Barog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shakla?
- The pincode of Shakla is 172021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakla is 171, with 90 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Shakla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakla village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakla is 78.36%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.