Shoka Nagla
Shoka Nagla is a village located in Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bajpur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur is the gram panchayat of Shoka Nagla village.
Here you can discover what makes Shoka Nagla unique in its vibrant Bajpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Shoka Nagla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shoka Nagla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shoka Nagla is 055912. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262401. Kelakhera is nearest town to Shoka Nagla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shoka Nagla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shoka Nagla
Population of Shoka Nagla
According to the 2011 Census, Shoka Nagla has a total population of about 735, with approximately 388 males and 347 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 415 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.93%, with male literacy at about 80.15% and female literacy near 58.50%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shoka Nagla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 388 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 213 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 514 | 311 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 77 | 144 |
Connectivity of Shoka Nagla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shoka Nagla. As per the 2011 stats, Shoka Nagla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shoka Nagla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shoka Nagla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shoka Nagla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shoka Nagla
- Where is Shoka Nagla located?
- Shoka Nagla village is situated in Bajpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shoka Nagla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shoka Nagla is Ganeshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shoka Nagla?
- The pincode of Shoka Nagla is 262401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shoka Nagla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shoka Nagla is 735, with 388 males and 347 females.
- How many households are there in Shoka Nagla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shoka Nagla village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shoka Nagla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shoka Nagla is 69.93%. The male literacy rate is 80.15%, while the female literacy rate is 58.50%.