Shekhal
About Shekhal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekhal village is 026388. Shekhal village is located in Tikar tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 129km away from district headquarter Tikar. Tikar is the sub-district headquarter of Shekhal village. As per 2009 stats, Tikkar is the gram panchayat of Shekhal village.
The total geographical area of village is 36 hectares. Shekhal has a total population of 261 peoples, out of which male population is 134 while female population is 127. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekhal village is 75.10% out of which 86.57% males and 62.99% females are literate. There are about 50 houses in shekhal village. Pincode of shekhal village locality is 171207.
When it comes to administration, Shekhal 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, Shekhal village comes under Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Rohru is nearest town to shekhal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shekhal
The population details of Shekhal 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 | 261 | 134 | 127 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 196 | 116 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 18 | 47 |
Connectivity of Shekhal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhal
Where is Shekhal located?
Shekhal village is situated in Tikar Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhal is Tikkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhal?
The pincode of Shekhal is 171207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhal is 261, with 134 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Shekhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhal village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhal is 75.10%. The male literacy rate is 86.57%, while the female literacy rate is 62.99%.