Shore Point (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Shore Point (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 11.5 km from Ferrargunj. Shorepoint serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shore Point (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shore Point (Rv) is 645463. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.23 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shore Point (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shore Point (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Shore Point (Rv) village had a total population of 3,073 people, including 1,617 males and 1,456 females, living in 763 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.53%, with male literacy at 88.40% and female literacy at 80.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 3,073 | 1,617 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 177 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,306 | 1,273 | 1,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 344 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Shore Point (Rv)
Shore Point (Rv) 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 Shore Point (Rv)
Shore Point (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Shore Point (Rv) is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shore Point (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shore Point (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shore Point (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shore Point (Rv) 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 Shore Point (Rv)
Where is Shore Point (Rv) located?
Shore Point (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shore Point (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shore Point (Rv) is Shorepoint.
What is the pincode of Shore Point (Rv)?
The pincode of Shore Point (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of Shore Point (Rv)?
Shore Point (Rv) had a total population of 3,073, including 1,617 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Shore Point (Rv)?
Shore Point (Rv) had 763 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shore Point (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shore Point (Rv) was 84.53%. Male literacy was 88.40% and female literacy was 80.20%.