Shankoja
Shankoja is a village located in Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Baderwah (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chinote is the gram panchayat of Shankoja village.
Shankoja has its own place in the vibrant Doda 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 Shankoja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankoja is 004503. The village spans a total geographical area of 11.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182222. Baderwah is nearest town to Shankoja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Shankoja
Below is a concise population overview of Shankoja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 23 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankoja village:
- The total population of Shankoja village is around 138, including approximately 67 males and 71 females, with a sex ratio of 1059 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Shankoja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shankoja village has 135 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shankoja village is about 55.07%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 45.07%.
- There are around 19 households in Shankoja village.
Connectivity of Shankoja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankoja. As per the 2011 stats, Shankoja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankoja
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankoja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankoja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankoja
- Where is Shankoja located?
- Shankoja village is situated in Bhaderwah Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankoja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankoja is Chinote (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankoja?
- The pincode of Shankoja is 182222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankoja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankoja is 138, with 67 males and 71 females.
- How many households are there in Shankoja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankoja village has a total of 19 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankoja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankoja is 55.07%. The male literacy rate is 65.67%, while the female literacy rate is 45.07%.