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
As per Census 2011, Shakrori village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 286 males and 277 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakrori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 286 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| 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 has a total population of 563, including 286 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Shakrori?
There are 100 households in Shakrori.
What is the literacy rate in Shakrori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakrori is 79.57%. Male literacy is 87.06% and female literacy is 71.84%.