Shakli - Kunihar, Solan
Shakli is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Solan. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakli is 020266. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Shakli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakli
According to the 2011 Census, Shakli village had a total population of 854 people, including 450 males and 404 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.25%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 90.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 854 | 450 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 388 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 62 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Shakli
Shakli 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 Shakli
Shakli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Solan to Shakli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shakli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shakli
Where is Shakli located?
Shakli village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakli is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Shakli?
The pincode of Shakli is 173207.
What is the population of Shakli?
Shakli had a total population of 854, including 450 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Shakli?
Shakli had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakli was 91.25%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 90.96%.