Shamas Abad
Shamas Abad is a village located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Shamusabad is the gram panchayat of Shamas Abad village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamas Abad unique in its vibrant Khansahib-Badgam region. You’ll see Shamas Abad’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 Shamas Abad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamas Abad is 000573. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193411. Khansahib is nearest town to Shamas Abad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shamas Abad
Population of Shamas Abad
According to the 2011 Census, Shamas Abad has a total population of about 2,576, with approximately 1,353 males and 1,223 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 501 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.44%, with male literacy at about 56.32% and female literacy near 46.03%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamas Abad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,576 | 1,353 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 313 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,325 | 762 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 591 | 660 |
Connectivity of Shamas Abad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamas Abad. As per the 2011 stats, Shamas Abad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamas Abad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamas Abad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamas Abad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamas Abad
- Where is Shamas Abad located?
- Shamas Abad village is situated in Khansahib Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamas Abad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamas Abad is Shamusabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shamas Abad?
- The pincode of Shamas Abad is 193411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamas Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamas Abad is 2,576, with 1,353 males and 1,223 females.
- How many households are there in Shamas Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamas Abad village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamas Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamas Abad is 51.44%. The male literacy rate is 56.32%, while the female literacy rate is 46.03%.