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.

Shakla has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shakla

Below is a concise population overview of Shakla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shakla village:

  • The total population of Shakla village is around 171, including approximately 90 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 11 children aged 0–6 years in Shakla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shakla village is about 78.36%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 38 households in Shakla village.

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.

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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%.