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
According to the 2011 Census, Shakdena village had a total population of 296 people, including 152 males and 144 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.31%, with male literacy at 89.76% and female literacy at 66.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 296 | 152 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 296, including 152 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Shakdena?
Shakdena had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakdena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakdena was 78.31%. Male literacy was 89.76% and female literacy was 66.39%.