Shakrah
Shakrah is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shakrah village. As per 2009 stats, Shakrah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shakrah unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shakrah’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 Shakrah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakrah is 024332. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla is nearest town to Shakrah village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shakrah
Population of Shakrah
According to the 2011 Census, Shakrah has a total population of about 174, with approximately 90 males and 84 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.59%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 71.43%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakrah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
Connectivity of Shakrah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakrah. As per the 2011 stats, Shakrah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shakrah
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakrah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakrah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakrah
- Where is Shakrah located?
- Shakrah village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakrah?
- Shakrah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shakrah?
- The pincode of Shakrah is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakrah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakrah is 174, with 90 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Shakrah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakrah village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakrah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakrah is 77.59%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 71.43%.