Shakrout - Theog, Shimla
Shakrout is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Deorighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakrout village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakrout is 025136. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shakrout village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakrout
According to the 2011 Census, Shakrout village had a total population of 43 people, including 18 males and 25 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,389 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Shakrout
Shakrout 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 Shakrout
Public transport in the Shakrout is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shakrout is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakrout
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakrout village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shakrout
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakrout village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shakrout
Where is Shakrout located?
Shakrout village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakrout?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakrout is Deorighat.
What is the pincode of Shakrout?
The pincode of Shakrout is 171201.
What is the population of Shakrout?
Shakrout had a total population of 43, including 18 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Shakrout?
Shakrout had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakrout?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakrout was 85.37%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 78.26%.