Shakdena - Dhari, Nainital
Shakdena is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sakdeena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakdena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakdena is 054952. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.15 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shakdena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakdena
As per Census 2011, Shakdena village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 152 males and 144 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakdena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 152 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 114 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 38 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Shakdena
Shakdena 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 Shakdena
Shakdena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Shakdena is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Shakdena is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakdena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakdena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakdena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakdena 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 Shakdena
Where is Shakdena located?
Shakdena village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakdena?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakdena is Sakdeena.
What is the pincode of Shakdena?
The pincode of Shakdena is 263132.
What is the population of Shakdena?
Shakdena has a total population of 296, including 152 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Shakdena?
There are 57 households in Shakdena.
What is the literacy rate in Shakdena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakdena is 65.88%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 56.25%.