Shichra
About Shichra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shichra village is 022375. Shichra village is located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Shichra village. As per 2009 stats, Kawarag is the gram panchayat of Shichra village.
The total geographical area of village is 104.34 hectares. Shichra has a total population of 141 peoples, out of which male population is 87 while female population is 54. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 620 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shichra village is 87.23% out of which 89.66% males and 83.33% females are literate. There are about 28 houses in shichra village. Pincode of shichra village locality is 173215.
When it comes to administration, Shichra 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, Shichra village comes under Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Solan is nearest town to shichra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shichra
The population details of Shichra 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 | 141 | 87 | 54 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 123 | 78 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity of Shichra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shichra
Where is Shichra located?
Shichra village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shichra?
The Gram Panchayat of Shichra is Kawarag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shichra?
The pincode of Shichra is 173215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shichra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shichra is 141, with 87 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Shichra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shichra village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shichra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shichra is 87.23%. The male literacy rate is 89.66%, while the female literacy rate is 83.33%.