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.

Shilvat has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore 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 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

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

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

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

  • The total population of Shilvat village is around 2,461, including approximately 1,277 males and 1,184 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Shilvat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shilvat village is about 50.10%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 42.31%.
  • There are around 371 households in Shilvat village.

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.

Gulshan Pora Asham Zani Pora Chewa Hilal Abad Shadi Pora Rakh Shilvat Gund Nowgam Nowgam Zal Pora Rakh Sultan Pora

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%.