Shakrori - Sunni, Shimla
Shakrori is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Shimla. Shakrori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakrori is 024071. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shakrori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakrori
According to the 2011 Census, Shakrori village had a total population of 563 people, including 286 males and 277 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.02%, with male literacy at 95.40% and female literacy at 80.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 286 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 249 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 37 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Shakrori
Shakrori is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shakrori
Shakrori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shakrori is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakrori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakrori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakrori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakrori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakrori
Where is Shakrori located?
Shakrori village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakrori?
Shakrori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakrori?
The pincode of Shakrori is 171301.
What is the population of Shakrori?
Shakrori had a total population of 563, including 286 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Shakrori?
Shakrori had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakrori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakrori was 88.02%. Male literacy was 95.40% and female literacy was 80.24%.