Shore Point
Shore Point is a village located in Ferrargunj tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Ferrargunj. Port Blair is the district headquarter of Shore Point village. As per 2009 stats, Shorepoint is the gram panchayat of Shore Point village.
Here you can discover what makes Shore Point unique in its vibrant Ferrargunj-South Andaman region. You’ll see Shore Point’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 Shore Point
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shore Point is 645463. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.23 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Shore Point village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Shore Point
Population of Shore Point
According to the 2011 Census, Shore Point has a total population of about 3,073, with approximately 1,617 males and 1,456 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.04%, with male literacy at about 78.73% and female literacy near 70.95%. There are around 763 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shore Point's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,073 | 1,617 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 177 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,306 | 1,273 | 1,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 344 | 423 |
Connectivity of Shore Point
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shore Point. As per the 2011 stats, Shore Point had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shore Point
Knowing the nearby villages of Shore Point helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shore Point.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shore Point
- Where is Shore Point located?
- Shore Point village is situated in Ferrargunj Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shore Point?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shore Point is Shorepoint (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shore Point as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shore Point is 3,073, with 1,617 males and 1,456 females.
- How many households are there in Shore Point as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shore Point village has a total of 763 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shore Point as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shore Point is 75.04%. The male literacy rate is 78.73%, while the female literacy rate is 70.95%.