Shakroot
Shakroot is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shakroot village. As per 2009 stats, Mayali Jejad is the gram panchayat of Shakroot village.
Here you can discover what makes Shakroot unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Shakroot’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 Shakroot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakroot is 024355. The village spans a total geographical area of 11.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Arki is nearest town to Shakroot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shakroot
Population of Shakroot
According to the 2011 Census, Shakroot has a total population of about 22, with approximately 12 males and 10 females. The sex ratio is around 833 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1 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 90.91%, with male literacy at about 91.67% and female literacy near 90.00%. There are around 4 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakroot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Connectivity of Shakroot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakroot. As per the 2011 stats, Shakroot 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 Shakroot
Knowing the nearby villages of Shakroot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shakroot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shakroot
- Where is Shakroot located?
- Shakroot village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shakroot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shakroot is Mayali Jejad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shakroot?
- The pincode of Shakroot is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shakroot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakroot is 22, with 12 males and 10 females.
- How many households are there in Shakroot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shakroot village has a total of 4 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shakroot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakroot is 90.91%. The male literacy rate is 91.67%, while the female literacy rate is 90.00%.