Sher Gund

Sher Gund is a village located in Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shangus (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Sher Gund has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sher Gund

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sher Gund is 003755. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.8 hectares. Shangus is nearest town to Sher Gund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Sher Gund

Below is a concise population overview of Sher Gund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,563 817 746
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 350 196 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 539 274 265
Literate Population 616 401 215
Illiterate Population 947 416 531

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sher Gund village:

  • The total population of Sher Gund village is around 1,563, including approximately 817 males and 746 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 350 children aged 0–6 years in Sher Gund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sher Gund village has 539 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sher Gund village is about 39.41%, with male literacy at 49.08% and female literacy at 28.82%.
  • There are around 287 households in Sher Gund village.

Connectivity of Sher Gund

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sher Gund. As per the 2011 stats, Sher Gund 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sher Gund

Knowing the nearby villages of Sher Gund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sher Gund.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sher Gund

Where is Sher Gund located?
Sher Gund village is situated in Shangus Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Sher Gund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sher Gund is 1,563, with 817 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Sher Gund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sher Gund village has a total of 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sher Gund as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sher Gund is 39.41%. The male literacy rate is 49.08%, while the female literacy rate is 28.82%.