Shanker Pora
Shanker Pora is a village located in Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dooru (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Here you can discover what makes Shanker Pora unique in its vibrant Dooru-Anantnag region. You’ll see Shanker Pora’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 Shanker Pora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanker Pora is 003840. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.3 hectares. Dooru is nearest town to Shanker Pora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Shanker Pora
Population of Shanker Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Shanker Pora has a total population of about 2,486, with approximately 1,396 males and 1,090 females. The sex ratio is around 780 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 506 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 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.75%, with male literacy at about 49.71% and female literacy near 45.23%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanker Pora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,486 | 1,396 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 329 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 694 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 702 | 597 |
Connectivity of Shanker Pora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanker Pora. As per the 2011 stats, Shanker Pora 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shanker Pora
Knowing the nearby villages of Shanker Pora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shanker Pora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanker Pora
- Where is Shanker Pora located?
- Shanker Pora village is situated in Dooru Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Shanker Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanker Pora is 2,486, with 1,396 males and 1,090 females.
- How many households are there in Shanker Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shanker Pora village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shanker Pora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanker Pora is 47.75%. The male literacy rate is 49.71%, while the female literacy rate is 45.23%.