Shakral
About Shakral
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shakral village is 024540. Shakral village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shakral village. As per 2009 stats, Malyana is the gram panchayat of Shakral village.
The total geographical area of village is 67.92 hectares. Shakral has a total population of 742 peoples, out of which male population is 406 while female population is 336. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 827 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shakral village is 79.25% out of which 80.79% males and 77.38% females are literate. There are about 199 houses in shakral village. Pincode of shakral village locality is 171006.
When it comes to administration, Shakral village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shakral village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to shakral village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shakral
The population details of Shakral cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 742 | 406 | 336 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 30 | 25 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 328 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 78 | 76 |
Connectivity of Shakral
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shakral
Where is Shakral located?
Shakral village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakral?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakral is Malyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shakral?
The pincode of Shakral is 171006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shakral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakral is 742, with 406 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Shakral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakral village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakral as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakral is 79.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.79%, while the female literacy rate is 77.38%.