Shilvat

Shilvat is a village located in Sonawari tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sonawari (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Here you can discover what makes Shilvat unique in its vibrant Sonawari-Bandipore region. You’ll see Shilvat’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 Shilvat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilvat is 002798. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.6 hectares. Sumbal is nearest town to Shilvat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Shilvat

According to the 2011 Census, Shilvat has a total population of about 2,461, with approximately 1,277 males and 1,184 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 295 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 50.10%, with male literacy at about 57.32% and female literacy near 42.31%. There are around 371 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shilvat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,461 1,277 1,184
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 295 169 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,233 732 501
Illiterate Population 1,228 545 683

Connectivity of Shilvat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilvat. As per the 2011 stats, Shilvat 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 Shilvat

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shilvat

Where is Shilvat located?
Shilvat village is situated in Sonawari Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Shilvat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilvat is 2,461, with 1,277 males and 1,184 females.
How many households are there in Shilvat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilvat village has a total of 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilvat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilvat is 50.10%. The male literacy rate is 57.32%, while the female literacy rate is 42.31%.